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How-To Index Caulk Guns & Nozzles 33-35 Floor 42, 44 Log Scraper 14 Scribers 17 Care of Albion Guns 34 Chainsaw & Grinder Attachments Furniture (Outdoor) 38 Lumber Crayons 17 Sealant Tapes 25 Cleaning Your Log Home 6 18-20 Roof 39 Self-Feed Bits 15 Company Policy 3 Chainsaw Protection 18 Finish Remover (see Coating Remover) M Shavehooks (see Log Scrapers) Do I Need Backer Rod? 28-30 Chinking 32-33 Follow Plates 34 Mallets 16 Sikkens (see ProLuxe 43) Insects 9-10 Chisels 16 Foam Sealant Tapes 25 Measuring Tapes & Tools 18 Slicks 15 Sealing with Caulk & Chinking 7 Cleaners 24, 40 NEW! Froe 17 NEW! Mineral Spirits 40 NEW! Spikes & Screws 26 Sapstain Control 22 Coating Removers 24 Mold/Mildew Prevention 37, 52 NEW! Stains (see Finishes) Staining 7-8, 36-46 Copper Post Caps 50 G Moisture Meters 18 Stain Additives 9-10, 37, 52 Tips for Rotted Logs 49 Countersinks 20-21 Gas Lamp 50 Syringe, Plastic 9 Tool Questions 13 Gouges 16 O D Grout Bag 35 Oakum 47 T Products: Decorative Hardware 49-51 H Tenon Cutters 20-21 A Drawknives & Bark Spuds 14 Hardware (see Decorative Hardware) P Thru-Bolt Plates 27 Adzes 15 Drill Bits 15 Helle Hunting Knife 52 NEW! Paint & Stain Brushes 35 Timber Carriers 13 Axes, Hatchets, & Mauls 12-13, 52 NEW! Peavies 13 Tongs 13 E I Pencils & Pens (Scriber) 17 B End Grain Sealers 23 Insecticides 9-10 Pickeroons 13 V Backer Rod 28-30 Epoxy (Wood) 48 J PipeKnife (Caulk Removal) 49 Videos 10-11 Bark Spuds 14 Jack-Wraps® (copper) 50 Planers 20 W Books & Videos 10-11 F Joist Hangers, Round 26 Post Screw Jacks 27 Whetstones 12, 15-16 Buffing Brushes 47 Fasteners 26-27 Wood Cleaners 24 Fiberglass Reinforcing Rods 48 L R Levelers 27 Wood Epoxies 48 C Finishes: Restoration Products 47-49 Wood Hardeners 48 Cant Hooks & Peavies 13 Exterior 36, 52 NEW! Line Transfer Caliper 17 Log Cleats 14 Wood Preservatives 21-23, 47 Caulking 31-32 Interior 37, 52 NEW! S Wool 25 Caulk & Chinking Equipment 33-35 Deck 38 Log Dogs 14 Sapstain Controls 22

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ABR Log-Gevity System Perma-Chink System Sansin System Sashco System Armor-Guard Borate See Borate Treatments Boracol 20-2 Tim-bor (Replaces PeneTreat) Shell Guard RTU Treatment page 21 page 21 page 21 page 21 Energy Seal Conceal Option: Caulking Woodsman Caulking See Caulking pages 31-32 Log Builder Manus-Bond page 31 pages 31-32 page 31 Chink Paint Option: Timber-Tec Chinking, Log Jam Chinking Perma-Chink Chinking Manus-Bond page 31 page 33 page 32 pages 32-33 Sansin DEC X-100 Deck Stain See Deck Finishes Transformation Siding & Trim Deck Finish Wood Sealer/Gary Gray page 46 page 38 page 45 page 44-45 Lifeline Accents Sansin Classic Log-Gevity Log Stain & Stabilizer (1st Coat), Capture/Cascade Lifeline Advance Topcoat Sansin ENS Log-Gevity Log Finish Coat (2nd Coat) ColorFast (optional primer) Lifeline Exterior Sansin Resolution I & II Exterior Finish page 41 Transformation Log & Timber Lifeline Ultra-2 Sansin SDF X-100 Wood Protective Coating Transformation Siding & Trim Lifeline Ultra-7 Sansin Wood Sealer page 46 pages 39, 45, 52 pages 39-41 pages 44-45 Lifeline Accents Capture Lifeline Acrylic See Interior Finishes Sansin Purity ColorFast (optional primer) Interior Finish Lifeline Interior page 37 pages 44-45 Symphony Sure Shine pages 39, 45, 52 pages 39-40 Log-Gevity Log Maintenance Wash Log Wash, or Options: X-180 Weathered Wood Restorer CPR Log Cleaner Wood Renew page 24 Bleach & Water page 6 page 24 (Never Use Bleach & Water page 24 with Perma-Chink Products) See Cleaners page 24 Log-Gevity End Grain Sealer Log End Seal Option: Option: Log End Sealer page 23 page 23 Sealtite60 page 23 Sealtite60 page 23 Options: Options: Options: Timber-Tec Sapstain Control TM-5 First Treat or Timber-Tec TM-5 First Treat or Timber-Tec TM-5 First Treat or Timber-Tec page 22 page 22 page 22 page 22 Note: Products listed by manufacturer for convenience. Options are listed only when manufacturer does not provide a product. Other options may be possible.

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time to read each of the sections that per- tives, and insecticides for protection Start here tain to your project. These helpful tips and against fungi and pests, cleaners to pre- To every project there is an order that, hints are intended to ease your thoughts pare the surface, finishes to shelter against when followed, will return rewards in from: How am I going to do this? What water and sun, caulking and chinking to savings of time and energy. Because we should I do next? reduce water and air infiltration. The last are interested in saving you time and section will be for repairing those areas labor, we are providing you with the We at Schroeder Log Home Supply always that were overlooked and now require information and products that will pay welcome your questions; but first, please restoration products. benefits to you over time. read these hints and tips. By reading them, you will be prepared for your future phone We wish the best to you and your crew If it were possible, we would like to be calls. When you do talk with a customer as you move forward in your project and able to give you a simple set of instruc- service rep, you will know where to refer- hope you will allow us at Schroeder Log tions. However, because there are many ence and underline or add the information Home Supply to help you with your variables, because of the hundreds of that you talk about. questions and supplies. products on the market and the many types of wood surfaces available, we can These tips are broadly laid out in the order only give you a broad idea of the steps to that you will approach your finishing or take in completing your project. refinishing project. Other sections are “If you don’t have time to do it right, laid out with how you will approach the you must have time to do it over.” In this beginning section, we would like building project. They include books for -Anonymous to concentrate on wood’s preservation, education, tools for building, fasteners for finishing, and sealing. Please take the holding your building together, preserva-

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To prevent decay, we need to remove one moisture coming Also look at foundation vegetation or obstacles of the ingredients for decay: Food (wood), up from the soil. that inhibit air flow around the bottom logs, Heat, Water, and Air. The easiest one of Logs within the thus creating a moist, humid environment these to control is water. first 2' above that leads to log decay. ground level are Design is linked closely to maintenance. more prone to Take a mini-tour around your home and Rule No. 1 is to keep moisture away from decay than those inspect for possible traps that may lead to the wood. This is achieved higher up. future problems. Early detection and preventa- by adequate roof eaves tive maintenance can yield a good return for (overhang) and height Besides this design factor, there is also the ele- the time invested. of the first log above ment of trapped moisture that can occur when ground level since a non-breathable finish is applied over a wet Below: The lower logs have rotted because of there is a nearly wood or when finished wood is re-wetted by rainwater back-splashing off the walkway. A constant water-catching devices. These devices can be longer roof overhang would have prevented flow a check (a crack in the log) that faces upward this costly log replacement. Paint is not recom- of and catches water from rain, lawn sprinklers, mended for logwork because in time, the paint (a non-breathable finish)will crack, allowing or hoses when watering foundation plants. water to seep in, become trapped, and then start decaying the logs from the inside out. Original Other devices can be decks, sidewalks, or gas photo courtesy: Don Bergstrom. tanks at drip line or anything that redirects water to the house instead of away from it.

Left: Though the design is visually pleasing, the log ends protruding both past and flush to the roof eaves is undesirable from a maintenance perspective. The weathering effects of the rain and sun on these log ends will allow rot to begin if not consistently monitored and maintained. Reconstruction and replacement costs can be staggering. Original photo courtesy: Doug Todd.

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CLEANING LOGS TSP per gallon (optional) page 24. 2. Interior Cleaning: If the house is already If applying a Perma-Chink Lifeline finish, furnished, cleaning the interior may be Q: How do I clean my logs? do not use bleach and water. more messy than the exterior. A general A: 1. Exterior Cleaning: Lightly cobblast, dusting may work, but to actually clean glassblast, sandblast, sand, or pressure Safety Tip: Never Mix Bleach with Ammonia the logs, a sponge saturated with a bleach wash (the most popular method) new logs and water combination may be used. The (see “How to Power Wash” below). When Apply cleaning agents from the bottom logs will need to be rinsed, hence the mess- power washing, we suggest you use a and work up. This will avoid streaking of iness. A trough could be built to catch any cleaning agent whether you will be applying the logs. Allow agent to stand 10-15 of the dripping water when rinsing, or use a water-based or oil-based finish: minutes before power washing. Rinse thor- another sponge with plain water. Other- oughly. Allow to dry 3-7 days, depending wise, just a light sanding is necessary. CPR , Kleenstart, Log Wash, Wood Renew, on drying conditions, before applying stain. X-180 (see page 24), or Bleach & Water: A mixture of one part household bleach Thoroughly rinse the cleaning agent and Tips on Cleaning: and five parts water, plus one tablespoon allow the log surfaces to dry completely After cleaning the logs, you will notice a wood before applying a finish. pulp on the surface. This can be removed by hand with a 3M™ stripping pad or a quicker method is using an Osborn Buffing Brush (page 47) on an angle grinder or car buffer. Two brushes How To Power Wash Your Logs are usually required for a house if using a buffer.

Use A Fan Spray Nozzle Chlorine Bleach is NOT environmentally friendly Spray the water at an angle so it does not and can be destructive to wood and finishes if it blast back in your face (wear safety goggles). remains on the logs too long. Rinse well! Hold the nozzle at a distance, just far enough away from the surface to avoid “fuzzing” of the Oxalic acids like X-180 and OXcon leave more outer layer of wood. The water and detergent of the natural color in the wood, while chlorine will hit the wood with tremendous force and bleach can fade the natural color of wood if left will remove essentially all residues, as well as on the wood or used in strong concentrations. If creating considerable micro-roughening of this happens, you may need to apply a pig- the surface for enhanced stain penetration. mented finish to re-color the wood.

Apply The Finishing Touches If you choose to use TSP as a cleaner and use it in heavy amounts, it can pull out the reddish Power Wash Only The Exterior If applying a borate wood treatment like undertones in Red Pine (Norway Pine). This red For finished homes, the interior surfaces are Armor-Guard, Boracol 20-2, Tim-bor, or Shell- undertone can react with yellow finishes to give not critical, since they are not exposed to Guard RTU (see page 21), apply to bare logs stains more of an orange appearance. extreme weather. To avoid damage to interior while they are slightly damp from cleaning. areas, have the logs power washed in the Caulking the checks and cracks may be done yard before they are shipped to the job site. If at any time after cleaning is complete and the it is not possible to clean the logs in the yard, logs are dry. Q: How do I remove sap or pitch from it should be done early in the construction bare logs, and what is the best way to process at the job site. Note: The most effective method for remov- ing mill glaze and roughening the surface is do this? A: If the sap has fully dried and cob blasting or sand blasting. But for many, crystallized on the log, the Osborn Buffing Use A 1500 PSI Power Washer Brush (page 47) used on an angle grinder Extremely high pressure is unnecessary since this approach is too expensive or impractical. you run the risk of tearing up the surface and If this is the case, power washing or sanding or car buffer operating at leaving logs with a “fuzzy” or “hairy” condi- the logs will remove the mill glaze. approximately 1,800 RPM tion. This will not hurt the performance of works very effectively to the stain, but it can be objectionable in “sand” off the sap. appearance and can be removed with a buffing brushsee ( page 47). If the sap is still wet and sticky, Log-Gevity Bio-Strip Use A Low-foaming Detergent Gel (page 49) can be used The detergent will assist the high pres- to remove the sap as well as sure water in loosening and lifting all sur- clean the logs. face residues. Use hot water. Then rinse with cold water to flush any detergent from the surface. A garden hose works Otherwise, Denatured Alcohol or “Rubbing well for this. Alcohol” can be used to loosen and remove Power washing shown on new construction. the resinous sap. Loose bark, mildew, and graying is removed.

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CAULK, CHINKING, & SEALING however, you don’t start saving money until you purchase two 5-gal. pails because of the Q: Can I stain before caulking or chinking? cost of tools for pail application. A 5-gal. pail A: If using water-based stains (like Capture, is equivalent to twenty-two 29 oz. tubes. Lifeline, or Sansin) caulking and chinking may be applied before or after staining. If you’re STAINING using oil-based stains like NatureColor, Out- last Q8 Log Oil, Woodguard, or WR-5: 1. Apply caulk or chinking over one coat of Should I Cobblast or finish, and then apply a second coat of finish Sandblast Before Staining? Notice the top area where the log the following year if logs are not fully dry. has sunburned and turned gray. 2. Wait 21 days after staining before caulk- We recommend blasting if: ing or chinking to allow adequate cure time. ● You have limited time between removing the and will not flake off in a short period of time. old finish and applying a new one. (You don’t Using a “clear” finish means reapplying more Q: Is backer rod necessary? A: Only if the chink have to wait for the logs to dry like you would often (may only last 6 months to a year joints are greater than ¼". See pages 28-30. with chemical strippers). under full sunlight). A light pigmented stain ● Your home is near lakes or rivers where run- is a longer lasting alternative to clear. Q: How much caulk or chinking do I need? off could pollute. A: See our chart on page 30. Q: Can I mix stains? A: Stains can be mixed ● You are concerned about chemicals harming plants around your house. if they are the same product. However, mixing Q: What does the temperature need to be is not recommended because of the difficulty to apply caulk or chinking? A: Check product ● You don’t feel comfortable handling or using of duplicating the same color mixture for specs on pages 31-33. chemical based strippers. recoating later. Mixing oil and water-based ● You have a very heavy coating making other stains is not recommended. Q: What can I use to smooth out my caulk- methods of removal difficult. ing or chinking? A: People use various kinds Q: Which stains can be sprayed on? of “tooling” devices. The most popular is the ● Cold temperatures make the use of chemical A: Many of the stains we carry can be Paint Wand or a spatula of some sort at based strippers ineffective. sprayed. Even the thickest one, WeatherSeal, the desired width. Some people use a cake Note: Blasting requires experience; hire a can be sprayed by using a .015 to .017 nozzle. spatula if an industrial one is not available. professional and ask for references. Back brushing is important. Back brushing the Butter knives and foam brushes have also stain forces it into the wood to give a uniform been used. The foam brush (page 35), kept finish and helps to ensure adhesion. A garden damp, or covered with duct tape works well; pump sprayer can be used only with Cascade, or try a piece of open cell backer rod. Q: How often do I have to refinish? LifeTime (if strained first), Outlast Q-8 Log A: As a rule of thumb, if the stain is applied Oil, Woodguard, WR-5, and X-100. (A brass Q: I have flat-on-flat logs; what do I put correctly, according to the product label or sprayer tip instead of a plastic tip is recom- between them? A: Some alternatives: data sheet, semi-transparent stains can mended for WR-5 due to its formulation.) last 3-5 years, less if the house is subjected 1. Lay a bead of adhesive caulking along each to major sun exposure, longer if the house Q: What do you recommend for decks? side of the log. See Woodsman caulking by has large overhangs and is shaded. A: See page 38 for options. Perma-Chink (page 32). Q: I want a natural finish; what do you recom- Q: What interior finishes do you have avail- 2. Another option is Log Seal (page 25), mend? A: It depends on your definition of “natu- able? A: See page 37. which is a closed cell, brown foam gasket ral”: a “fresh cut” color or natural graying of the that is 3/8" thick by 3/8", ½", or ¾" wide. wood. All stains have light colors to choose from Log Seal has adhesive on one side with an for a “fresh cut” look. Examples include Apple- Applicators Tip: easy-release protective liner, providing fast wood in Capture or Transformation Siding & Trim, Always figure at least how much finish is needed and easy placement. Log Seal provides Sansin Classic Light Honey, and WR-5 Ivory. Be for one wall with all coats that will be needed. easy application for flat-on-flat and saddle aware there will be more maintenance on these Thoroughly mix that amount of stain together in a separate container or pour back and forth until fully notch systems. When using for flat-on-flat lighter colors. Lifetime and Sansin Wood Sealer blended, then apply the finish. construction, lay one line of Log Seal on the are available for the natural gray weathered look. outer edge and one line on inner edge of the Why this is important: stain and paint batches can log. Also apply at 4' intervals across to pre- Q: Can I just use a clear “finish”? A: Clear vary slightly or separation can happen if not totally vent lateral air movement. finishes are not recommended for the exte- mixed or stirred. If this is not done it can cause an rior of the house because there is no pigment application problem and not a stain manufacturer’s Q: Should I buy a 5-gallon pail or tubes? or sunscreen to protect the logs from dam- problem. This is being stressed, to help prevent unnecessary time correcting a finishing problem. A: It is more economical to buy a 5-gal. pail; aging UV rays. Pigmented stains hold longer

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Q: Which is better, oil-based or water- PRESERVATIVES logs. For prevention of further rot, use Borate based finishes? A: Both will work for log Rods (see CobraRods and BOR8RODS on homes. Sometimes it is presumed that Q: What is recommended for mildew and page 47). These rods come in different sizes. oil-based stains are better. That is not sapstain? A: See pages 22 and 37. The size you will need depends on the diameter necessarily so, if the stain is applied accord- of the log for proper diffusion. When the mois- ing to manufacturer’s directions and a good Q: When do I apply a borate wood treatment? ture content of the wood is 20% or higher, maintenance plan is implemented. A: Borate wood treatments like Boracol 20-2, Borate Rods activate and diffuse preserva- Tim-bor, and Shell-Guard RTU (page 21) are tives into the wood preventing rot and decay Depending on sun exposure and humidity applied to bare wood before the exterior finish. from starting. For example, one CobraRod will levels where you live, any of the stains we If a Sapstain Control (page 22) was applied diffuse approximately one cubic foot. carry can be used. If your house has a lot of first, check the product specification sheet. sun exposure, Capture/Cascade and Trans- Borate treatments can be applied to wood at Borate wood treatments, like Armor-Guard formation Siding & Trim (water-based), any time as long as it is bare wood. Borates in its powder form can be sprinkled on the Sansin Classic (water-borne), Transforma- can be applied one log at a time or after the rotted wood to stabilize it. This will absorb tion Log & Timber, WR-5, or WeatherSeal structure has been erected. If a wood condi- any moisture. LiquidWood and/or WoodEpox (all three oil-based) will work well. Color may tioner is being applied at the same time, apply can be used in conjunction with borates. also be a factor in choosing a stain. All of our the borate first. Borates can be applied using stains have a wide variety of colors. Remem- a garden sprayer with a fan tip. You may also LiquidWood is just that—liquid. When ber that if you have an oil-based stain on want to apply between log courses. brushed or poured onto the wood, it will your logs, in most cases you must stay with harden and strengthen the wood. an oil-based product, unless it is removed Q: Are borates hazardous to humans? with a paint stripper or by blasting. Check A: No, but do follow handling guidelines. WoodEpox is an epoxy paste that is used the manufacturer’s recommendation. to fill and replace the rotted space in a log. Q: I have tiny holes in my logs with sawdust WoodEpox can be tinted with dry pigments. Q: What can I use on outdoor log furniture? on the ground. What is this from? (Tinting to match the stain color is recom- A: See page 38 for options. A: “See Are You Bugged?” on page 9. mended before applying a finish; you only need to tint the surface layer.) If the log Q: Will Bug Juice or borate treatments like Q: I have some rotted logs; what should I do? is severely rotted, log replacement or slab Boracol 20-2, Tim-bor, or Shell Guard RTU A: There are several treatments for rotted replacement (half-log face) are options. change the color of my stain? A: No. Steps For Cleaning, Staining, & Caulking The Exterior Of A New Log Home

Though some of this information is dupli- Finish: cated from previous pages, this is to help (Page 36) if you have applied a borate preserva- reinforce the importance of these steps to help tive, apply a finish as soon as the borate solution ensure that you will not have problems later has dried. This will protect the borates from leaching out of the wood from any excessive on. Knowing that your home is typically your rain. A pigmented water repellent stain will last largest investment, we at Schroeder Log Home longer than clear. If the logs are dry (moisture Supply want to help you protect that invest- content less than 19%), apply the recommended ment through quality products and proper number of coats of finish the first year. application. If any of this seems confusing or if you have additional questions not answered If the logs are green (moisture content more here, check our website: www.loghelp.com or than 19%), apply only one protective coat of give us a call at 1-800-359-6614. finish the first year and follow up with addi- tional coats the next year. Cleaning: Lightly blast (cob, glass, or sand), sand, or pres- Allow logs to thoroughly dry 3-7 days, depending Caulk or chinking: sure wash the new logs. When pressure wash- on weather conditions, before applying stain. (Pages 31-33) on dry logs - caulk or chink in year 1. ing, we suggest you use a cleaning agent (see Cleaning Logs on page 6). Apply cleaning agent Preservative: On green logs - caulk and/or chink in year 2. from the ground and work up. This will avoid Apply a borate wood preservative (page 21). This allows more time for the joints to dry streaking of the logs. Allow agent to stand for Some may be applied when the surface is damp. and helps guarantee that the caulking is not 10-15 minutes before power washing. Oil preservatives require dry wood. Borate rods over stressed by small caulk joints and large Rinse thoroughly! (page 23) are an option for additional protection. amounts of shrinkage.

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Flat-headed and Round-headed Wood Maxforce Carpenter Ant Bait Gel Bug Kit The "honeydew" attractant of this sweet gel Borers are two types of wood borers that For Ants, Carpenter Bees, Wasp and Hornets, usually attack softwood house logs. The adult bait will draw carpenter ants within minutes. Cockroaches, Fleas, Lice, Silverfish, Bedbugs, round-headed borers are commonly called For interior use. Makes about 40 placements. Ground Beetles, Centipedes, Millipedes, and Pine Sawyers or Long-Horned Beetles. 27 grams H173-MAXFOR27GR $35.00 Scorpions and to protect against entrance of Dry- wood Termites. For indoor and outdoor use. These borers lay eggs in small pits in the bark. The eggs hatch in 2 to NiBan-FG is a weather resistant Two kits available: one includes Drione Dust 4 weeks. Larva feed for a few weeks granule bait for the control of ants and the other includes Delta Dust; both just under the bark, boring into the and carpenter ants. For both interior recommend for carpenter bees and carpenter log. These borers feed deeper into the and exterior use. Niban-FG’s formula ants. Drione kills in minutes, while Delta kills log as the wood dries. The life cycle provides broader protection inside and in hours; both are effective. The light fluffy dust makes it easy to apply using the included is usually 1-2 years, but larvae may feed for as outside the home. Unlike other granules Niban- FG will not degrade in heat or sunlight and will crusader duster (included). Desiccant action many as 6 years when wood moisture is low. makes the product last for several months. Powderpost Beetles are small wood-boring last through 4" of rain. Made in the USA. Can also be used in cracks and crevices for beetles that measure 1/8" to 5/16" long. They 1 lb. H173-NIBAN1LB $16.57 roaches. A little bit goes a long way. Both kits attack sapwood of ring-porous and diffuse- 4 lb. H173-NIBAN4LB $37.66 include Viper, a concentrated multipurpose porous hardwoods that have a high starch con- insecticide containing Cypermethrin (mix tent. These beetles also reinfest milled lumber. Carpenter Bees 1 oz. with 1 gallon water - makes 4 gallons Tell-tale signs of this pest are small piles of fine The Xylocopa or large carpenter total). Treatment with Viper will help prevent future carpenter bee drilling. Treat every 2-3 brown flour-like wood material. bees are the ones that do the most damage, boring approxi- weeks until the season is over. Kits include: 1 lb. of Drione Dust or Delta Dust, 4 oz. of Powderpost Beetles seem to mately 1/2" diameter tunnels into Viper (makes 4 gallons), Crusader Duster, prefer unheated areas; thus their logs and wood surfaces includ- and face mask. Do Not Freeze. infestation seems to be more of a ing decks, overhangs, fence rails, H173-CB-KIT2 Bug Kit - Delta Dust $71.04 problem in seasonal homes. As a etc. The tunnels become a threat H173-CB-KIT Bug Kit - Drione Dust $94.12 H173-DELTADUST Delta Dust only $28.38 preventative measure, the use of a for infestation of wood-decaying fungi or (1 lb.) other insects, such as carpenter ants. H173-DRIONE Drione Dust only (1 lb.) $58.82 borate wood treatment (page 21) and coating H173-VIPER Viper only Do Not Freeze. (4 oz.) $27.16 wood with a finish helps to make infestation BEE Gone® Delta Dust cannot be sold or shipped to CA or Canada. more difficult. As a spot treatment, insecticides Concentrate Insecticide such as Bug Juice (just mix with a little stain) Protect your home with BEE Bug Juice is an odorless insecticide finish can be injected into holes with a glue syringe. Gone® Insecticide Concentrate for additive designed to eliminate crawling and control against carpenter bees and flying insects ranging from ants to mosquitoes Carpenter Ants other wood-destroying insects like and cockroaches to silverfish. It is a contact can be a problem if wood bark beetles and carpenter ants. pesticide that begins to work after an insect Also use for spiders, ticks, wasps, makes contact with the treated finish. The remains moist and wood and many other insects! insecticide in Bug Juice takes 1-3 hours to kill rot occurs. Treat infested once it is in the insect’s system. Use on interior areas with a borate wood ● EPA-registered; effective pyrethroid insecticide. and exterior surfaces, including kitchens and treatment or another approved carpenter ant ● Controls carpenter bees & wood-destroying insects. pantries. Bug Juice will not affect the color insecticide. Also look for the cause of the ● Works as a perimeter treatment for outdoor pests or drying time of the coating it’s mixed with. moisture and try to eliminate it. Carpenter around residential buildings. The finish mixed with Bug Juice must be ● ants can enter a building by way of vegetation Can be easily mixed with water for spraying. used within 3 hours if added to a latex-based ● Designed for wooden structural surfaces on (water-based) coating or 6 hours if added to that may touch the building. Trim bushes home’s exterior. an oil-based coating. Bug Juice will last for and trees touching the building and watch for ● For outdoor homeowner use only. the life of the coating it is mixed with and is rotting stumps that could have rotting root EPA registered. Maintenance: Hose off the systems underground near your building. Use around your home and residential outbuild- treated surface with water twice a year. This ings as it effectively controls carpenter bees and provides a clean surface for insects to land on. Advance other wood-destroying insects. For easy spray- Active ingredients: Deltamethrin 95.25% and Carpenter Ant Bait on application, it also mixes readily with water. Dimethyl-cyclopropanecarbonxylate 4.75%. This bait is a larger granule so Available in an 8 oz. bottle that mixes with a 5 Do Not Freeze. Made in the USA. only the large carpenter ants can gallon pail of water to spray with a garden pump To Treat 1 gallon of Finish: sprayer. Made in the USA. P097-BEEGONE $36.00 1.66 oz. bottle H058-37005 $13.02 manage it. Special attractants and To Treat 5 gallons of Finish: pellet size make this the most Plastic Syringe 81/3 oz. bottle H058-37001 $46.50 effective carpenter ant bait on the market. Used to inject borates (page Cannot be sold or shipped to Canada. For use inside and outside the home. 21) or Bug Juice (mixed with stain) into exist- Note: May not work with all paints and stains. -Ask us 8 oz. H173-ADVANCE8Oz. $34.73 ing insect holes. T186-320-1000 99¢ each about Penetrol for mixing with all oil based finishes. 2 lb. H173-ADVANCE2LB $110.83 Order Online! 9 Are You Bugged?

Insect Shield® Outlast NBS 30 Additive Crew Socks For exterior coatings. Deters and These socks feature EPA- inhibit insects from burrowing registered Insect Shield through or crawling on exterior coat- technology to effectively repel ings and for use in residential applica- EliminAnt Ant Trap tions as well as dairy facilities, golf courses, parks, mosquitoes, ticks, ants, flies, A Cluster Buster for ants. Eco-friendly and safe chiggers, and midges (no-see-ums). playgrounds, recreational areas, schools, landscape for your family. Contains two refill packs that last areas, etc. Outlast NBS 30 is effective in controlling Insect Shield binds a proprietary up to one year. The trap size is 6¾" x 11/2" x 2". permethrin formula tightly to fabric crawling and nesting activity on painted or stained Made in Canada. H173-A-100 $9.95 surfaces to which it has been added. Ants, cock- fibers and provides odorless insect protection Refill (4 packs) H173-A-1004PACKREFILL $9.95 that lasts through 70 washings. A cushioned roaches, beetles, mites, spiders, fleas, ticks, silverfish, sole ensures comfort, and the socks are made dirt daubers, bees and wasps will not crawl on, nest of 76% combed cotton, 21% nylon, and 3% Notes on Insecticides: on or burrow through coatings treated with Outlast Lycra®. Two-pair pack. Color: White. Borate based wood treatments like Armor-Guard, NBS 30. Repels nuisance, nesting insects and Medium Size 7-10 fits women’s shoe sizes 5.5- Boracol 20-2, Shell Guard RTU, and Tim-bor (page discourages Carpenter Ants and Bees from drilling 21) are proven, effective, and safe wood insec- and reduces ladybug infestations. Safe for pets and 9.5 and men’s shoe sizes 7-10. ticides and fungicides when handled properly. Large Size 10-13 fits women’s shoe sizes 10-12 Borates kill insects and fungus by disrupting their people and will not harm plants (extremely low and men’s shoe sizes 10-13. metabolic functions and starving them. toxicity). Mixes with oil and water-based paints and stains. Sheen, curing time and luster of the coating Because borates must be ingested to be effective, there is a time element involved from the point of may be changed slightly by addition of the additive. ingestion to the point of death. Sometimes wood Color may be affected very slightly, and would be boring insect larva hatch beneath borate treated wood most noticeable in pure white paint. All natural Item Number Size Price and can bore out from the wood before the borates ingredients. NBS 30 is NOT an insect killer and is take lethal effect. The borates will kill carpenter bees not intended for control of termites or other wood T165-19062 Medium 7-10 $16.19 boring into treated wood, but the bee will have time to ingesting insects Do Not Freeze. Made in the USA. T165-19063 Large 10-13 $16.19 cause some damage. Other carpenter bees that arrive may continue boring on the initial hole. Pint (mix with 5 gal pail) P304-NBS1PT $40.50

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Small Forest Axe Hults Bruk Arvika Same size as the 5-Star Racing Axe Hunter’s Axe but a Originally founded in 1697 in the Hulta With a massive 41/2 lb. A family of high quality Swedish more traditional pat- Valley of southeastern Sweden. Quality head, 32" handle, and wide 51/2" hand forged tools with a 20-year tern and poll, or butt. hand forged, each axe comes with a blade, the Arvika makes large guarantee. Each axe comes with a The handle is long enough to grain-leather sheath and hickory handle. V-shaped cuts in hard, knotty, or grain-leather sheath. allow powerful chopping but frozen wood. A real workhorse not too long so it will fit into for felling and splitting. Carpenter’s Axe a rucksack, the back of a car, Designed to be profiled and Straight edge and thin or a boat. The axe has a 31/4" Hults Bruk Akka customized by the experienced blade with low angle face and a 19" hickory handle Forester’s Axe end-user. T089-H840511 $199.00 of bevel face, suited for and the head weighs 11/2 lb. A perfect companion for the wilder- work in dry wood. Forged It comes with a grain-leather ness and clearing forest trails. It has sheath. T074-480420 $173.00 a long, curved 24" handle paired inward curve from heel to lip Hults Bruk Jonaker of the head allows your hand to with a 11/2 lb. head for exceptional grip almost straight above the Wildlife Hatchet leverage and power in a lightweight Ideal for your pack or belt for center of the edge. This, and the A small, light axe easily package. Total weight of just 2.2 lbs. tasks such as making kindling, doing long straight cutting edge, gives carried, masked with its T089-H840772 $179.00 light clearing, and for any number of rigidity, stability, and control leather sheath in your back-country jobs. It has a 1 lb. axe head and a 9.4" handle; overall weight when cutting. Functions like a pack or on your belt. Hults Bruk is 11/2 lbs. T089-H840762 $149.00 good heavy knife. The axe butt This little hatchet awakens Almike Hatchet in many of us memories and is ground and can be used as A perfect size for camping, dreams of exciting camps and Hults Bruk a hammer. Has a 31/2" face, 11/2 lb. cutting small firewood, and adventures. Has a 3" face Motala head and hickory handle. 171/2" long. fine carving. A life long and 131/2" long with hickory Heritage Axe T074-480465 $179.00 all-purpose tool for garden, handle. The head weighs camp, or wilderness survival. Harkening back to Scandi- Hunter’s Axe 1 lb. (1.3 lb. total weight.) It can be worn on a belt navian ancient history while Made for hunters, but T191-480415 $153.00 or tucked in a pack. One usable for work, it is primarily popular with log builders. The employed today in throwing Small Splitting Axe pound head and a 16" handle butt is forged thinner than with an overall weight of 13 lbs. competitions among serious normal, gently rounded and A 21/2" face, 2 lb. head, 23" long T089-H840702 $154.00 enthusiasts. The head weighs burnished to a flay poll. Grooved with hickory handle. Not designed 33 lbs. with a 30" handle. handle surface gives steady grip. for wedges. T074-480441 $179.00 T089-H840752 $399.00 31/4" face, 11/2 lb. head, and Hults Bruk Felling Axes hickory handle. 181/2" long. Hults Bruk T074-480418 $187.00 Sarek Splitting Axe The Atran is for bringing A solid splitting axe, the shape of down or cutting up small or Large Carving Axe the head, combined with slightly large sized trees with an axe head convex grinding, splits the wood. weight of 31/2 lbs. and a handle length Large Splitting axe The Sarek splitting axe has a T089-H840182 $129.00 A 3" face and a 31/2 lb. head and of 32". long and straight handle made 271/2" long with hickory handle. The Kalix has an axe head weight from American hickory, to gain Not designed to pound wedges. of 21/4 lbs. and a handle length of 28". maximum speed and control T074-480442 $199.00 T089-H840102 $114.00 when splitting logs. Named after the Sarek National Park For hewing bowls and other wooden Splitting maul The Kisa has an axe head weight which is located in Jokkmokk objects, artistic carving and architec- Designed for splitting large of 2 lbs. and a handle length of 26". Municipality, Lapland in T089-H840722 $159.00 tural work, as well as for log work. chunks of wood. The 51/2 lb. northern Sweden. Established in 1909, the park is one of the oldest 41/3" face, 2 lb. head, and a 14" head is designed for pounding hickory handle. T074-480475 $214.00 Ceramic national parks in Europe. a splitting wedge (below). 21/2" T089-H840740 $164.00 face, hickory handle, and Grinding Small Hatchet 311/2" long. T195-450 $213.00 Stone Hults Bruk Tibro Cliff Jacobson, Tactical A man-made sharp- Carpenter's Axe Knives Magazine writes: Splitting wedge ening stone with The Tibro is the classic “It will fillet a fish, skin Forged steel two grinding faces: a course side (180 carpenter’s axe. It offers a narrow, a moose, ... pound tent and twisted grit) for re-pairing damage and heavy long and perfectly straight hand stakes and chop vegetables. for maximum wear, and a fine side (600 grit) for forged knife-ground edge and a And it will ride as lightly on sharpening axes. T074-4034 $50.00 medium length handle. This item your hip as the average hunting splitting. 1¾" face, 9" long, and weighs 31/2 lbs. T195-460 $107.00 has an axe head weight of 13 lbs. knife.” 10" long and weighs 11 See More Whetstones on Page 16! and a handle length of 20". ounces. T074-480410 $159.00 T089-H840732 $159.00 12 To order call toll free: 1-800-359-6614 Axes, Cant Hooks, Peavies, & Tongs

Hults Bruk Replacement Axe Handles & SHeaths Peavies (or Peaveys) are used for turning logs, the sharpened point aids in push- Eye Widths and Eye Lengths are ing or prying logs into position. provided in case you are looking to Nalco (shown) has White Ash handles, the 41/2' has a 21/2" dia. use one of these hickory handles with handle, the rest are 21/4"). Peavey Brand has 23/8" dia. Ash handles. a vintage axe or one from a different forge. Made in Sweden. Size Nalco Peavey Peavey Replacement Handles Solid leather construction with no snaps to break; sturdy leather 2½' NA T163-T-029-030-0119 $78.96 T163-W-029-030-0294 $25.48 pulls keep sheath snug and fit. The Akka sheath fits the Gransfors 3' T112-PV-701-30B $91.80 T163-T-029-036-0120 $81.23 T163-W-029-036-0295 $29.93 Small Forest Axe & Hunter’s Axe. The Almike/Jonaker sheath fits (21/4" dia. handle) the Gransfors Outdoor Axe, Wildlife Hatchet, & WWII hatchets 3½' T112-PV-701-35B $92.94 T163-T-029-042-0121 $91.31 T163-W-029-042-0296 $33.71 stamped "PLUMB 1944". The Kisa sheath fits the Gransfors Scandinavian Forest (21/4" dia. handle) Axe. The Motala sheath fits the Gransfors Double Bit Axe. Made in Sweden. T112-PV-701-40B $95.52 4' (21/4" dia. handle) T163-T-029-048-0122 $94.04 T163-W-129-048-0297 $35.65 Name & Length Handle Code Eye Width Eye Length Price Sheath Code Price 4½' T112-PV-701-45A $97.24 T163-T-029-054-0123 $97.73 T163-W-029-054-0298 $45.36 Akka - 24" T089-H840772H 15 mm 42 mm $35.93 T089-H840772S $28.00 (21" dia. handle) Almike - 16" T089-H840702H 15 mm 42 mm $34.00 T089-H840762S $28.00 5' NA T163-T-029-060-0124 $103.89 T163-W-029-060-0299 $50.27 Arvika - 32" T089-H840511H 23 mm 63 mm $54.00 T089-H840511S $28.00 5½' NA T163-T-029-066-0125 $109.63 T163-W-029-066-0300 $54.87 Atran - 32" T089-H840182H 23 mm 63 mm $54.00 T089-H840182S $22.00 Pickeroons Jonaker - 9.4" T089-H840762H 15 mm 42 mm $34.00 T089-H840762S $28.00 (or Hookeroons) with 36" Ash handles by Peavey. The heads are made with 1/4" spring steel with Kalix - 28" T089-H840102H 20 mm 50 mm $39.00 T089-H840102S $22.00 a hardened tool steel tip. The Hume has a hammered, Kisa - 26" T089-H840722H 20 mm 50 mm $34.00 T089-H840712S $28.00 textured tip. For help with firewood or cleanup, Motala - 30" T089-H840752H 23 mm 63 mm $54.00 T089-H840752S $54.00 they can really save your back. Sarek - 30" T089-H840740H 23 mm 63 mm $54.00 T089-H840585S $17.00 Hume T163-T-000-036-0648 $52.43 Tibro - 20" T089-H840732H 20 mm 50 mm $34.00 T089-H840064S $28.00 Katahdin T163-T-000-036-0660 $54.97 Replacement Handle T163-R-000-036-0623 $14.09 Cant Hooks, Peavies, Timber Carriers, and Tongs may be subject to oversize charges based on size and weight. NALCO Lifting Tongs One set of tongs shown. OSHA Cant Hooks are for turning logs. Dixie, Nalco (shown), and Peavey approved. Prices listed per set. brands. Dixie cant hooks listed have 21/2" diameter hickory handles, 1" Dia. opens from 71/2"-25". Nalco’s are white ash, and Peavey has 23/8" diameter ash handles. T112-TG-706-TGC $250.94 11/4" Dia. Size Nalco Peavey Peavey opens from 81/2"-27". Replacement Handles T112-TG-706-TGD $407.26

2½’ NA T163-T-029-030-0171 T163-W-029-030-0324 1½" Dia. opens from 12"-32". $69.18 $25.48 T112-TG-708-TGE $525.69 T163-T-029-036-0172 T163-W-029-036-0325 3’ NA $73.52 $29.93 NALCO Skidding Tongs 3½' NA T163-T-029-042-0173 T163-W-029-042-0326 $75.77 $33.71 Designed for skidding and dragging logs T112-CT-701-40B 4' $79.10 T163-T-029-048-0174 T163-W-029-048-0327 only - not rated for lifting. Swivel hook. (21/4" dia. handle) $82.45 $35.65 1" x 25" T112-TG-712-TGC $254.83 11/4" x 32" T112-TG-712-TGD $390.64 T112-CT-701-45A 4½' $89.28 T163-T-029-054-0175 T163-W-029-054-0328 (21" dia. handle) $91.02 $45.36 T112-CT-701-50A Some tool Questions: 5' $97.15 T163-T-029-060-0176 T163-W-029-060-0329 (21" dia. handle) $95.00 $50.27 Can a 2" Tenon Cutter cut smaller stock size than 4½"? Yes, down to about 3". Or larger? Yes, by tapering the end of the stock. T163-T-029-066-0177 T163-W-029-066-0330 5½' NA $98.74 $54.87 What can I use to debark my logs? Bark Spuds, Drawknives, and Log Wizard. Peavey tools are made in the USA. Nalco is made in Canada. Use a Curved Based Planer after debarking with a Log Wizard to give logs a drawknifed look. Use Scrapers for fine cleaning around knots.

What tool can I use to make dovetail corners? The EDM Tracer is the fastest and most efficient way if you make or purchase a jig.

What tool can I use to cut slabs? The Alaskan Small Log Milling Attachment, Micro-Mill, or Mini-Mill. 2-man Timber Carriers 41' Nalco T112-TC-711-45A $137.54 Where are slicks used in the building process? The Scarf Slick is used to clean up the scarf cuts while the regular slicks are used to cleanly flatten wood 5' Peavey T163-T-029-060-0423 $126.23 surfaces or to clean up a hand cut dovetail notch. Peavey Replacement Handle T163-W-029-060-0452 $63.94 Order Online! 13 Drawknives & Bark Spuds

Barr DrawKnives Hand forged and highly praised by hand- crafters for their ability to hold an edge and Gränfors DrawKnife ease of use, as well as their quality of con- Hand forged from the renowned forge in struction. Medium and large are designed for Sweden. Razor sharp cutting edge. 25" long. peeling with a maximum amount of control The protruding handles allow you to get plenty and used with the beveled side down. Handles of power behind each stroke. It is important are angled to approximately 20°, making this to put your whole body into the action, rather a very comfortable knife to use. Professional than just using your arms. The knife glides over Timber Tools Drawknives sharpening recommended. Made in the USA. the timber, with the angle adjusted by hand for Hand forged from tough wear-resistant steel. the desired planing effect. The drawknife can Use with the beveled side down. Handles also be angled more sharply for more of a cut- are bent 20° for ease of use. Leather guards 13" T074-480486 $259.00 Carver’s Knife 6½" cutting edge. ting action. included. Made in Canada. Medium 9” T217-DRAWKNIFE $197.00 T021-DRAWKNIFE6 $147.00 Large 12” T217-DRAWKNIF12 $210.00 Medium 9½" cutting edge. 1/4" x 2¾" x 19". Peavey Brand DrawKnives Replacement Leather Guards $35.00 T021-DRAWKNIFE9 $169.00 Large 12" cutting edge. 5/16" x 3" x 22". Timber Tools Hewing Knife T021-DRAWKNFE12 $180.00 10" T163-015010DS10 $62.86 13" T163-015013DS10 $71.14 Gives a hand hewn look to logs and timbers. 51/4" wide blade with a 32" wide handle. Welded. Leather guard Bark Spuds included. Made in Canada. Hand forged from Hewing Knife T217-HEWKNIFE32 $174.00 high carbon steel. Replacement Leather Guard T217-GUARDHEWIN $32.86 Barr Chairmaker’s Scorp The large has a 6" Designed by Mike Dunbar and a must for radius to meet the Timber Tools Scorp Windsor Chair construction. Hand forged curvature of the to a knife-edge, properly sharpened, and logs. Beveled on one side. Made in the USA. ready to go to work. A real pleasure to use. 4" diameter, 5/16" thick, and 11⁄4" wide. Made in Small 3" curved cutting width, 25" long. Hand forged and sharpened on the T271-KCI5262 $85.90 the USA. T021-SCORP $158.00 front and back edge for cutting on the push stroke where the wood grain runs across Large 5" The Windsor Institute was founded by the internation- curved cutting width, 45" long. the scribe line (knots!) 21/2" U-shaped cutting edge ally renowned chair maker Mike Dunbar and his wife T271-KCI5260 $100.94 Susanna. It was the only school in the world dedicated with the same drop, 24" handle. Leather guard to teaching Windsor Chairmaking. included. Made in Canada. T217-SCORP $219.00

Log Cleats, Log Dogs, & Scrapers

Log Dogs Anvil "Z" Log Scraper - hold the logs in scribing position. Made in the USA. For removing cambium and bark from those hard to reach areas such as knots. Straight Log The Anvil “Z” is 17" long with a 5" Dogs are used long wooden handle for a two-handed across the logs grip. The teardrop shaped blade as shown. is 41/2" long from point to heal Angled Log Dogs are offset and 21/2" at the widest point. Log Cleats for angled Curved on the left side with Used to hold logs in scribing use across the a 31/4" long straight edge position. Sold in pairs. corners. on the other. Hand forged Made in the USA. from high carbon steel Angled 1/2" x 24" T271-KCI5244 $39.87 and heat treated to retain 2" wide T271-KCI5254 $66.30 Angled 5/8" x 36" T271-KCI5246 $44.70 a sharp edge. Made in the 3½" wide T271-KCI5252 $96.91 Straight 1/2" x 24" T271-KCI5244S $39.87 USA. T271-KCI5258 $56.15 Straight 5/8" x 36" T271-KCI5246S $44.70 14 To order call toll free: 1-800-359-6614 Adzes, Drill Bits, & Slicks

Barr Quarton has been working with tool steel since 1977 and as a professional knife maker has had the opportunity to work with some of the best bladesmiths and blacksmiths in the country. He gained additional experience in extensive work with a traditional Japanese sword smith. Barr applies his knowledge and skill to the making of fine hand forged tools that are individually tem- From left: 2" & 11/4" NW bits and 1" Irwin Auger. pered to hold a superior edge with a balance and finish not available com- mercially. These are tools to be proud of now and for generations to come. NORTHWEST DRILL BITS Spurred, double burred, fluted 1/2" shaft drill bit. Up to 54" long. Stock Adzes: for hewing logs. They differ from axes by having sizes are 1", 11/4", and 11/2". (3/16" pilot.) Made in the USA. the blade set at right angles to the handle. Size Item Number Price Barr Gutter Adze 7/8" x 54" T148-DB7/8X54 $208.00 Hand hammered to the correct curve and sweep. The bit is then 1" x 24" T148-DB1X24 $143.00 oil-quenched giving you remarkable toughness. Ships with an ash 1" x 40" T148-DB1X40 $178.00 handle ground to fit. Blade length of 7", overall length of 9" with 1" x 48" T148-DB1X48 $195.00 approximately #6 sweep. Made in the USA. T021-ADZEGUTTER $189.00 1" X 54" T148-DB1X54 $208.00 Barr Hewing Adze 11/4" x 48" T148-DB1-1/4X48 $205.00 (Ship Carpenter’s Adze) is specifically 11/4" x 54" T148-DB1-1/4X54 $222.00 designed for hewing timbers. When used in 11" x 54" T148-DB1-1/2X54 $227.00 conjunction with our scarf slick your timbers will have a traditional hand hewn look. Hand-forged toughness makes this an incredible adze to use. Comes with a custom fit Extensions For Northwest Bits use with 11/4" or greater bit ash handle. 41/2" cutting edge. Made in the USA. T021-01 $215.00 to allow connecting collar to enter hole. Made in the USA. 36" Extension T148-36DB-EXT $70.00 Nalco Blade & Handle 48" Extension T148-48DB-EXT $80.00 Comes with 34" handles. Made in Canada. Irwin Auger Bits 3½" Flat T112-AD-1003 $97.39 Pole, non-spurred, 25" long auger bit. 29"overall length. Made in Brazil. 2½" Curved T112-AD-1001 $116.83 Size Item Number Price Barr Hand Forged Slicks: 5/8" T077-IRW47010 $94.65 Made from carbon steel, they take and hold a fine edge without being brittle. The handle angles away from your work to create more hand clear- 3/4" T077-IRW47012 $107.98 ance. Shown from left: Small, Large, and Scarf Slicks. Made in the USA. 7/8" T077-IRW47014 $114.65 1" T077-IRW47016 $127.98 Small Slick 21/2" x 31" with 5" sole. T021-SLICK,SM $167.00 11/16" T077-IRW47017 $141.32

Large Slick Milwaukee Self-Feed Bits 21/2" x 33" with 8" sole. T021-SLICK,LGE $180.00 Companion drill bits for use with Tenon Cutters (pages 20-21) and useful for cutting out electrical Scarf Slick A favorite among log builders and boxes. All sizes have two removable and replaceable very popular for dressing hand-hewn timbers, it feed screws. Coarse feed screw provides fast effortless is great for cleaning up corners after the logs are feeding, even in gummy wood. Inside cutting plane stacked. A mild sweep gives a slight concave cut. shaves hole radius for clean smooth holes without Considered a must for dovetailed timber work. pressure. Regular and Coarse screws permit selecting Fish Tail (tapered to the cutting edge) design the right feed for the material you’re drilling. Made in China. 31/4" x 31" with 8" sole. T021-SLICK,SCAF $182.00 Size Item Number Price Size Item Number Price 1" T212-48-25-1001 $52.00 3" T212-48-25-3001 $140.00 Speedy Sharp Sharpener The most universal sharpener ever made; fast, durable, 1½" T212-48-25-1501 $52.00 35/8" T212-48-25-3621 $183.33 compact, and fits in your pocket, tackle box, or hunting 2" T212-48-25-2001 $54.00 45/8" T212-48-25-4621 $217.33 pack. Made of MICRO 100 Super Carbide and will never 29/16" T212-48-25-2561 $68.00 wear out. Made in the USA. T068-SPEEDYSHAR $11.27

Order Online! 15 Chisels, Gouges, & Mallets

BARR SPECIALTY TOOLS Timber Tools Hand Forged Framing Chisels Hand forged, socket mount. Made in the USA. New Bevel Edged Design! “Shaped along the lines of traditional, century old designs, we have created BARR Bench Chisels a new tool forged entirely from one round billet. It feels very balanced in The Barr bench chisels have the same quality the hand and is delivered with the edge sharpened and polished.” construction as their other popular framing chisels, but with a shorter blade length. Overall Hand Forged Chisels have become the first length, 14 inches. $135.00 each choice of professional timber framers and log 1" x 13" T021-BC1 11" x 13" T021-BC112 home builders. They have experienced that these 2" x 13" T021-BC2 framing chisels will take and hold a superior edge that will last longer, reducing muscle strain. Barr Framing Chisels Hand forged from modern carbon steel, with a Will take and hold a superior edge, saving you time flat back, slight beveled edge, and a comfortable and giving you the best possible results. With a flat socket handle, they are a must for mortise and back and socket handle, they are a must for mortise tenon work. Each Framing Chisel include a raw- and tenon work. All 171/2" long. $153.00 each hide leather tip guard. Handles are turned from 1" T021-TFC1 1½" T021-CHISELTBR 2" T021-TFC2 well seasoned American hickory. Made in Canada. $162.00 each 1" T217-CHISEL1BE 1½" T217-CHISEL1.5BE 2" T217-CHISEL2BE

Barr Large Gouge Timber Tools (Shown left) 21/2" x 28" with a #4 sweep. Hand Forged Bench Chisels Designed as a large push tool for log builders; helpful for Full length is 12"; blades are 31/2" long. Leather coping, scarfing, notching, etc. T021-GOUGE,LG $160.00 guards included. Made in Canada. $126.00 each 1" T217-BENCHCHISEL1 1½" T217-BENCHCHISEL1.5 2" T217-BENCHCHISEL2 Barr Hand Gouge Replacement Leather Guards 11/2" x 13", #5 sweep. Stout gouges designed $19.00 each for log work. Will cut for many working hours between sharpening. T021-GOUGE,HAND $128.00 Belgian Blue Whetstones Amazing combination of speed and fineness of cutting. No burr! Equivalent to 4000 grit; just add water and go. Never use dry. The stone is non-porous and is Barr Swan Neck Chisel used with water only. They can sharpen any kind of steel, including stainless steel and high speed steel Great for cleaning up the bottom of a mortise. (HSS), such as knives, chisels, scissors, axes, and more. Made in Belgium. Hand forged and spring-tempered through the curves, 6" x 15/8" T217-BELGIANHON $68.00 8" x 33/4" T217-BELGIANWHE $147.00 this tool will give a lifetime of service. 13/8" cutting edge and is 171/2" x 2" x 2". Weighs 3 lbs. T021-SWANNECKCH $142.00 Diamond Honing Cone For sharpening in-channel gouges. 8" long. Barr Corner Chisel Made in the USA. T044-DCLF $39.59 Forged from tough carbon steel; hand-tapered, bent to 90° then flat ground. Terrific for cleaning out mortises. India Gouge Slip Stone 18" x 11/2" x 11/2" and weighs 3 lbs. T021-CORNERCHI $185.00 Fine grit tapering India gouge slip is a must for anyone Sorby Timber Framing Chisel who needs to put an edge on a curved surface. Great for in-channel gouges. 6" x 2" x 1/2" x 3/8". Made in the USA. T186-340-2000 $34.60

Chisels - Beveled (B) or Non-beveled (NB). Made in England. Large Carpenter’s Mallet 1" NB T186-640-2116 $94.90 1½" NB T186-640-2124 $110.90 Beechwood; 41/2". 2" NB T186-640-2132 $140.40 2" B T186-640-2032 $170.80 Made in the USA. T186-615-1220 $18.75

Two cherries Straight Gouge Wood Is Good Mallet For making corner notches. Urethane heads are easy on your tool handles as they 10"-11" long. Made in Germany. spread the load over a larger area. Much quieter to 3/4" (IC) #3 sweep, 20 mm T186-505-0320 $60.20 use than wooden head mallets. Made in the USA. 3/4” (OC) T186-500-1020 $58.20 12 oz. T186-170-1012 $34.95 1" (IC) T186-500-1126 $78.20 In-Channel (IC) 1" (OC) T186-505-0525 $66.00 20 oz. T186-170-1020 $39.95 Bevel on Top #5 sweep, 25 mm Out-Channel (OC) 13/8" (OC) T186-505-0635 $88.80 30 oz. T186-170-1030 $47.50 Bevel on Bottom #6 sweep, 35 mm

16 To order call toll free: 1-800-359-6614 Froe & Quality Scribing Tools

Mackie SCRIBER Designed by B. Allan Mackie, world renown Veritas Scriber Peavey Brand Froe log builder and instructor. Made of aluminum, Maximum open size is 8", with dual vial The Froe is designed for riving or split- stainless steel, and brass. Dual vial levels are levels. Painted alloy steel with brass fittings. ting wood and is the traditional tool for making visible from top, side, and bottom for overhead, Comes with one pencil. Made in Canada. cedar shakes and shingles. Froes are also used to eye-level, or low scribe. Designed for left or right T186-860-1300 $164.45 split basswood into smaller blocks for figure carv- handed as well as vertical and horizontal scribing. ing. The Peavey Brand Froe has a 15" hand forged T311-MACKIE2 $272.14 Made in Canada. Scriber Leveler Plate blade and an 18" quality hardwood handle. Made Collet for Lumocolor Pens T311-R-01-080 $19.00 in the USA. T163-T-015-012-0FRO $59.68 This tool can be attached wherever most convenient and then with adjustments in or out and left to right, it will speed Log Scribers are used to mark the contour of the up scriber settings. Made in the USA. bottom log to the top log for removal of wood for 8" T148-LEVELERPLA $85.00 the “fitted” or “scribe-fit” style. We are often asked how to use a scriber. We suggest the Handbook of Northwest Scriber Canadian Log Building (page 11). To help you get Polished aluminum and stainless construction Line Transfer Caliper started with your project, we offer a $10.00 Discount won’t rust or corrode. Adjustable 360°, all position This tool is for transferring lines from one when you buy one of our scribers and the book. dual vial is accurate in both horizontal and vertical side of a log to the other. If you are marking Just ask for the “Scriber Special”. For more technical setting. 14"maximum open size without pencil. window and door cutouts, this tool will be information we recommend the Revised Log Con- Adjustable scribe point and pencil. Made in the helpful. Made of lightweight USA. T148-SCRIBER $157.50 struction Manual and Building Log Homes DVDs aluminum; opens to 24". by Robert Chambers (page 10). Made in the USA. T148-NWCALIPER $149.00 Compass with Quadrant Superb quality and will make measuring and layout work easier and more accurate. Nicely polished with STARRETT SCRIBERS brass fittings where feasible. Made in France. 12" opening, 10” length T186-850-2325 $67.30 Sturdy steel construction, forged legs, quadrant, 14½" opening, 121” length T186-850-2331 $76.15 knurled lock nuts, and tempered points. Dual vials 19" opening, 16” length T186-850-2340 $107.65 rotate 360°. Made in Canada. Single T311-STARRETT1 $261.71 Double T311-STARRETT2 $294.14 Scriber Pens, Pencils, & Lumber Crayons

FISHER Plotter Pens Fisher Space Pen Indelible ink Pencils: Unlike ordinary ball pens, the cartridge is pres- Fits Chambers, Ely, Mackie, and Veritas Scribers. surized at nearly 50 lbs. per sq. inch. The ink is Medium Point; writes at all angles, in the freezing Veritas Pencil fits all but the Chambers Scriber. continuously fed to the tungsten carbide ball, cold, even underwater! Made in the USA. Purple-black color; hard lead. Made in the USA. allowing writing at any angle, even upside down. T186-860-4040 $1.39 each 10 pk $13.90 The ink is also reported to write well on wet Black Ink T064-PBSP-4 $9.20 each wood, sap, and over bar oil. Made in the USA. Blue Ink T064-PBSP-1 $9.20 each Lumber Crayons Chambers V.2 Pen Tubes Ink Refills: Industry standard for Custom Giant fits Ely, Mackie, and Bold Black T064-PR4B $6.50 each permanent marks indoors Veritas Scribers. Blue ink with bold point. Bold Blue T064-PR1B $6.50 each or out; fade-proof, waterproof, and smear-proof. 43/16" long and .242" diameter. $0.94 each $11.28 per dozen Blue Ink P064-PGB42BU112 $13.50 each Blue H191-FC521BL12 Red H191-FC520R12 Indelible ink Pencils:

Super Giant medium point, Sanford NOBLOT Ink Pencil Replacement

with metal locator ring. 2" long and .452" dia. Fits all but the Chambers Scriber; permanent $11.20 each Lumber Crayon Holder black line. T158-INDELIBLE $2.37 each 12 pk $28.44 Black Ink T064-PSGM20BK Heavy duty construction. T165-71135 $12.12 Blue Ink T064-PSGM20BU Made in the USA. Red Ink T064-PSGM20RD Order Online! 17 Measuring & Marking

Contour Gauge Moisture Meters 10" plastic guide for transferring the contours of an object onto another such as for fitting tiles, Protimeter Timbermaster carpets, logs, and so forth. Made in the USA. Large LCD displays wood moisture from 7%-99.9%. T186-800-2520 $19.70 Equipped with eight calibration scales, allowing you to obtain accurate moisture measurements in 150 wood species. Includes a heavy-duty moisture probe. 9V battery Spencer Logger Tapes required. T165-79624 $475.00 Designed and manufactured for professional loggers, forestry specialists, and arborists. Blades are nylon Protimeter Mini A non-digital, 60 LEDs green coated for added durability. Made in the USA. (dry), yellow (at risk), and red (wet) display. Range covers 50-ft. T191-950 $57.00 RefillT191-S965C $14.12 6%-90%. Includes extension probe and cable, belt case, 75-ft. T191-975 $69.33 RefillT191-985 $24.58 and calibration chart of 150 commonly used species. 9 volt battery (included). T165-79346 $231.25 Chainsaw Attachments & Safety Gear

75˚ Headcutter clamps to any gas-powered chainsaw Forester Helmet System in seconds, transforming it into a giant vertical cutting jigsaw. A Complete Professional Forestry Helmet System! It is laterally angularly adjustable from vertical through 75° • Safety Glasses UV400 from vertical. The wide, sturdy baseplate fully supports the • 6 Point Ratchet Suspension weight of the saw through its angular range and provides • Helmet - Meets ANSI /ISEA Z89.1-2009 stability for accurate freehand cuts and easily guides the Type 1, Class E & G • Muffs - Noise Reduction Rating: 21dB saw to follow a snapline or scribed arc, making it the perfect tool for gangcutting beams placed on edge, • Wire Mesh Screen - Meets ANSI Z87.1* structural insulated roof panels, etc., beyond the Safety Green Helmet T191-8578 $40.00 reach of all common portable electric circular saws. An excellent solution to the need for a large diameter Forester Anti-Vibe Chainsaw Gloves saw. Made in the USA. T026-HEADCUT75 $259.99 Kevlar® lined 100% goatskin with leather palm. Poly- ester/nylon breathable spandex back and neoprene cuff with Velcro® closure. XL size fits most hands comfort- Alaskan Small Log Milling Attachment ably. Safety Green & Black for high visibility. XL T191-FOGL1005-XL-G $22.00 2X T191-FOGL1005-2X $22.00 SALE! This chainsaw attachment is designed to cut slabs, lumber or timbers with chainsaws 24" Forester or less in size. It is perfect for homeown- Wrap Around Chainsaw Chaps ers, woodworkers, and carpenters. It is Meets Leg Protection Requirements compact, lightweight and bolts to your for OSHA 1910.266 Standards for chainsaw with no drilling. Made in the USA. Chainsaw Operators. Fits 28"-44" T076-G771 $199.89 $175.00 waist size. Forest green color. Meets ASTM F1897 Standard Specification for Leg Protection for Chainsaw Users Angle Iron Log Guide (ASTM F1897-2008 39JY). Oil and Designed to firmly hold the guide water resistant, pocketed, lightweight, durable, and comfortable. bar perpendicular to the log for Adjustable - 5’ - 6’4” Tall T191-CHAP1037-G $113.46 precise, square cuts. The sturdy 4" Regular - 5’4” - 6’ Tall T191-CHAP737-G $101.20 angle iron frame is held in align- ment with included strap and ratchet. EDM Tracer II Four adjustable gripper bolts are placed for more accurate setup on is an adjustable chainsaw uneven log surfaces. For best results, use a chainsaw bar that is in guide for accurately following intricate patterns for good shape (a 7/16" hole must be drilled through the bar). Works on making dovetails on square or stock, also slabbing logs of any profile from 6-15 inches in diameter. The frame seats on and electrical cover plate scarfs. Jigs required to the rounded portion of the log (Swedish Cope, Full Round, etc.), or use this tool. DVD setup included. Made in the T051-TRACER $198.75 the corner (D-Shape, Dovetail, etc.). Made in the USA. USA. T271-KCI5250 $269.92 EDM Tracer Setting Gauge sets all EDM Tracer Guides (included with EDM Tracer II). T051-GAUGE $30.00 18 To order call toll free: 1-800-359-6614 More Attachments

SALE! Lancelot turns your 4" or 41/4" disc or angle grinder into Micro-Mill a mini chainsaw! Lancelot arbor size must match grinder arbor Designed to cut window and door openings, cus- size. Chains easily sharpened using a 5/32" chainsaw file. Two chain tomized timbers and lumber, completing projects sizes: 14 teeth for rapid wood removal; 22 teeth for quick, in record time, with great accuracy. For its size and clean cuts with a finer finish. For faster sawing and grind- weight, it can make short work of the biggest tasks from ing, use the Universal Nut and stack two 5/8" size discs cutting custom timbers in the thick brush, to carving precision openings in together to double the cutting width. Made in the USA. a multilevel construction. 5 lbs. Made in Canada. T010-MICROMILL $275.00 Number Arbor Size Grinder Size Teeth Price Power Carving Kits T114-45814 14 SALE! 5/8" 4” - 4.5” Start to finish tools for 41/2" angle grinders with 5/8" arbors. T114-45822 22 $50.99 Two kits available. The Knight’s Choice saves 10%-15% over individually T114-47814 14 $35.99 purchased items. The King’s Choice saves 10%-18%.Made in the USA. 7/8" 4.5” Only T114-47822 22 The Knight’s Choice Kit includes: Replacement Chain (14 teeth) T114-40014 $25.50 2 Lancelot 14 tooth (T114-45814 $50.99 $35.99 ea.) Replacement Chain (22 teeth) T114-40022 $25.50 1 Holey Galahad course carbide disc (T114-147851RCB $86.99) Universal Nut (for 5/8" arbor) T114-13750 $10.35 1 Igraine 24 grit sander (T114-49924 $9.25) 1 Igraine 60 grit sander (T114-49960 $9.25) 1 Universal Nut (T114-13750 $10.35) The Log Wizard turns your chainsaw into a T114-20060 $192.99 $169.95 planer with a 31/4" cutting area. Cut notches, debark The King’s Choice Kit includes: logs, or grind off knots. Fits most gas powered chain- 2 Lancelot 14 tooth (T114-45814 $50.99 $35.99 ea.) saws. Attaches easily to chainsaw bar after drilling two 2 Lancelot 22 tooth (T114-45822 $50.99 $35.99 ea.) 1 Squire 18 tooth blade (T114-35818 $50.99) mounting holes. Uses standard 31/4" planer blades. 1 Holey Galahad course carbide disc (T114-147851RCB $86.99) Extra sprocket included. Chain should be 2" longer 1 Igraine 24 grit sander (T114-49924 $9.25) to accept the new end sprocket. Made in Canada. 1 Igraine 60 grit sander (T114-49960 $9.25) Log Wizard T191-450010 $266.97 1 Igraine 80 grit sander (T114-49980 $9.25) 1 Universal Nut (T114-13750 $10.35) Log Wizard with Case T191-450010WC $286.77 Log Wizard Case Only T191-450150 $16.47 T114-20075 $329.99 $285.54 Replacement 31/4" Planer Blades T121-1900BHSS $36.50 Replacement Bearings T191-450130 $16.00 per pair 12" Prazi Beam Cutter Convert your 71/4" circular saw into a powerful, Merlin2 Carving Set precise tool with the cutting capacity of a chainsaw. SALE! The Merlin2 has been completely re-engi- Cuts angles up to 45°. Vertical blade allows smooth, neered inside and out, and includes 6 great exact, square cuts. Footplate and built-in site ensures accessories including course, medium, and fine gliding manageability while cutting perfectly straight sanders. 110 volt variable speed. A new high- lines. No unattractive overcut notches. One pass cut capacity fan and extra air vents on both the for beams, posts, and logs creating perfect match- neck and bottom allow the new model to stay ups. 12" cutting capacity. 60-second install. (Shown cooler and work longer. Safety improvements with a worm drive saw.) Made in the USA. Worm drive T167-PR7000 $170.36 include a one-piece cast aluminum safety Works with: Bosch #1677 & #1678 · Skil #77 and #5860 · Makita #5077B guard that is both safer and more durable, a switch guard to reduce accidental Black & Decker #2700, #2710 & #3051 · Craftsman #2761 · Dewalt model DW377 starting, and more resilient materials less susceptible to damage. 1 year limited Non-worm drive T167-PR2700 $170.36 warranty. Made in the USA. T114-10005 $299.99 $248.99 For Dewalt 357, 360-362, 368 saws and the Makita 5007 series saws only. Merlin2 Includes: • Allen Key & Instructions Replacement Chain T167-PR7020 $24.50 • Merlin2 110 Volt Variable Speed Grinder & Storage Bag What’s the difference between a worm drive and non-worm drive? • 8 Tooth Chain and Disc (T114-21008) $15.50 Worm drives are more expensive professional-grade saws. The motor turns per- • Coarse Red Carbide Abrasive (T114-10009) $43.99 pendicular to the blade. Non-worm drives are not as rugged and the • 60 Grit Flap Disc Sander (T114-10042) $6.99 blade turns the same direction as the motor. • 120 Grit Flap Disc Sander (T114-10043) $6.99 • 240 Grit Flap Disc Sander (T114-10044) $6.99 • Fiberglass Cutoff Wheel (T114-10048)$ 5.59 18" Prazi Beam Cutter Fits all Skil, Bosch, Makita, Dewalt & Craftsman 71/4" Mini-Mill and 81/4" Worm Drive Saws. Also Fits Makita When combined with your chainsaw it makes an Cordless #XSR01Z 36 Volt. (Does not fit rigid ideal partner as an edger to your Alaskan MKIII worm drive saw.) Designed for cutting 18" SIPs and Sawmill. Separately, the Mini-Mill converts logs into foam laminated as well as insulated panels. Will also cut timbers or lumber. 12 feet of tracking included in 2' up to 18" softwood. Not recommended for cutting 18" sections. This is attached to a 2 x 6 that you provide. hardwood. Quick and easy installation - installs in 60 Made in the USA. T076-G555B $130.00 seconds with three bolts (included). No need to remove any saw parts. Made in the USA. T167-PR8000-18 $295.00 Order Online! 19 Attachments, Planers, & Tenon Cutters

Roto-Clip Shaping Discs Convert your 41/2" or 5" angle grinder into a fast, eco-

9 nomical log shaping tool. Steel discs with long wearing Lumberjack Tenon Cutters with self-centering design cutting edges that are virtually clog free. The log shap- produces perfectly shaped tenons. Dual blades cut twice as fast as ing disc allows you to do fine detailing with the edge of ordinary tenon cutters and generate less heat for long lasting service. the disc, including cutting like a circular saw. Both the The Commercial Series is die cast aluminum with a powder coated 10 original and log shaping discs can be sharpened up to 25 finish. Industrial and Pro series are machined from aircraft aluminum times before needing replacement. The carbide bladed for maximum strength with minimum weight. The “IN-SIGHT” discs will last 100 times longer before the blades need system of slots and grooves at 1/2" intervals lets you see and measure sharpening or replacement. The slotting out of the blade tenon length during cutting. Made in the USA. 34 area decreases the chance of clogging. Made in the USA. Note: Blades are rated for cutting 500 tenons. Roto-Clip Item Number Price LumberJack Home Series Log Shaping Disc #9 T189-RC-ORIGLOG $49.00 Radius Shoulder Tenon Cutters Original Disc #10 T189-RC-ORIGINA $25.00 Perfect for the homeowners and Sharpening Burr (for above discs) #12 T189-RC-12 $20.37 hobbyists. Available in the three most 4-Blade Carbide Slotted Disc #35 T189-RC-35 $285.00 popular tenon cutter sizes (1", 11/2", and 2") for all your log building projects. Designed for use on a 1/2" 6-Blade Carbide Slotted Disc #34 T189-RC-34 $285.00 drill.T120-TRH1000 1" x 21" Tenon - up to 21" log dia. $119.00 Replacement Carbide Blades (set) #15 T189-RC-FLATINS $72.00 T120-TRH1500 11" x 31" Tenon - up to 3" log dia. $129.00 T120-TRH2000 2" x 41" Tenon - up to 31" log dia. $139.00 Makita Curved Base Planer Gives a drawknifed look to Commercial Series premilled logs as well as for 60° Taper Tenon Cutters - though these cutting scarfs. Large front grip tenon cutters are 43% less expensive for two-handed control. Fine then the Industrial Series, they both depth adjustment; 11 lbs. share the same LumberJack lifetime war- Bevel base is factory adjusted ranty for body and shank. The blades for for notching out logs at a 320 mm curved radius. both series are covered for 90 days from T116-MAK-1002BA $458.33 Replacement Blades T141-793008-8 $13.00 the date of purchase for breakage under normal working conditions. e-z Tenon Cutters T120-TAC1000 1” x 3” Tenon - up to 3½” log dia. $159.00 T120-TAC1500 1½” x 3” Tenon - up to 4” log dia. $169.00 Adjustable tenon cutters that cut a 1"-21/2" T120-TAC2000 2” x 3” Tenon - up to 4½” log dia. $179.00 tenon on stock up to 41/2" in diameter. Just drill a 3/8" pilot hole for each E-Z Tenon. The original 45º E-Z Tenon Cutter cuts Industrial Series tenons with a single double-edged blade and 60° Taper Tenon Cutters comes with a spare blade. The new 90º E-Z T120-TTA1000 1” x 3” Tenon - up to 31” log dia. $279.00 Tenon Cutter cuts with two blades. Both can T120-TTA1500 11” x 3” Tenon - up to 4” log dia. $289.00 T120-TTA2000 2” x 3” Tenon - up to 41” log dia. $309.00 be used with a 1/2" drill motor. Both work with the Northwest Tenon T120-TTA2500 21” x 31” Tenon - up to 5” log dia. $ 399.00 Cutter System. Steel and aluminum construction. Made in the USA. T120-TTA3000 3” x 31” Tenon - up to 51” log dia. $409.00 E-Z 45⁰ Tenon Cutter (original) T069-E-ZTENON $175.00 E-Z 45⁰ Replacement Blade (requires 1) T069-E-ZBLADE $13.99 E-Z 90⁰ Tenon Cutter T069-E-ZTENON90 $175.00 E-Z 90⁰ Replacement Blade Pro Series Radius Shoulder Tenon Cutters (requires 2) T069-E-ZBLADE90 $13.99 ea. 90⁰ Cutter Arms T120-TTR0500 1/2” x 21” Tenon - up to 11” log dia. $109.00 E-Z 90⁰ Cutter Arms - turns the 45⁰ into a 90⁰. T069-E-Z90ARMS $133.00 T120-TTR0750 3/4” x 21” Tenon - up to 21” log dia. $149.00 T120-TTR1000 1” x 3” Tenon - up to 21” log dia. $159.00 T120-TTR1500 11” x 4” Tenon - up to 3” log dia. $179.00 e-z Sink Adjustable Countersink (3 Sizes in 1) T120-TTR2000 2” x 5” Tenon - up to 31” log dia. $199.00 Cuts a 1", 11/2", and 2" 45º counter sink. T069-E-ZSINK $89.00 T120-BB0750 Pro Sharpener Kit $49.00 e-z Tenon Cutter Deluxe Kit Contains the Sharpening Kits are sold separately original 45º Angle E-Z Tenon Cutter, E-Z Sink, E-Z Log Clamp, a 3/8" bit, and allen wrench in a padded contractor’s case. T069-E-ZDELUXEKIT $312.00

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Countersinks cut the 60° funnel shaped impression Boracol 20-2 is an inorganic, water-diffusible boron into the post (after drilling with a self-feed bit) to accept wood treatment that uses boric acid - a natural wood decay the taper of the rail. This provides a tighter fit for furniture inhibitor - to fight fungi and insect infestations. Moisture is and a stronger shoulder fit on rails.Made in the USA. necessary for mold growth, so using a water-borne anti-fungal 3/4" T148-CS-3/4 $92.00 1" T148-CS-1 $100.00 1½" T148-CS1-1/2 $100.00 treatment like Boracol is particularly effective. The natural 2" T148-CS2 $100.00 See self-feed bits on page 15! moisture of wood carries the boric acid through the wood fibers to saturate and protect any wet areas. With a wider spectrum of activ- Northwest Tenon Cutters ity than conventional preservatives, it can move deep and even penetrate Requires use of 1/2" or ¾" drill, depending on heartwood. In addition to organic surfaces such as wood, Boracol works to cutter size. For stair rails, use the 3" length. prevent mold on inorganic materials like stone or concrete. Sansin Boracol Two high carbon steel blades flare the is effective in preventing and killing dry rot, wet rot, white rot, fungus, and material end about 60°. The two smallest insect attacks. Recommended for use on roof, floor or structural timbers, sizes have 1/2" shafts; the other sizes have ¾" joinery, joist ends, brickwork, and door and window framing. Boracol is shafts. A ¾" electric drill is recommended to odorless, non-staining, non-flammable and easy to apply to both new and power the 11/2", 2", & 21/2" tenon cutters; the drill existing structures. Do not apply over a stain or finish. Coverage: 300 sq. ft. should have a maximum of 500 rpm for safety and limiting tool over- per gallon, depending on surface porosity and application method. Cleanup: load. Cast aluminum. Made in the USA. Soap & water. Storage: Do Not Freeze. Made in Canada. 1 gal. P200-4020-1GAL $84.39 Northwest Tenon Cutters have an adjustable shaft to allow custom 5 gal. P200-4020-5GAL $388.21 tenon lengths. See chart below for maximum tenon lengths. Pentacryl is a non-toxic wood stabilizer to keep green Size Length Stock Shaft Size Item Number Price wood from cracking, checking, and splitting during the drying process. For log furniture, apply Pentacryl to 3/4" 1½" 2½" 1/2" T148-TC3/4 $425.00 freshly cut tenons and mortises. Not a borate wood treat- 1" 21/4" 2½" 1/2" T148-TC1 $425.00 ment. Do Not Freeze. Made in the USA. 1½" 23/4" 3½" 3/4" T148-TC1-1/2 $445.00 Quart PR175-PENTQT $21.95 1 gal. PR175-PENTGAL $62.95 2" 3" 4½" 3/4" T148-TC2 $490.75 2½" 3½" 5" 3/4" T148-TC2-1/2X5 $625.00 Shell-Guard RTU is a ready-to-use borate-based wood preservative in a liquid glycol carrier. It’s colorless, Replacement Blades odorless, has a very low level of toxicity to people and For Northwest Tenon Cutters. Please specify size pets, and is effective for preventing wood decay and insect when ordering. Requires two. $55.00 set of two. damage to interior and exterior wood. Other advantages include its stability and relatively quick drying time. Your Milwaukee 3/4" Drill logs will be ready to stain within 1-3 days after application. Powerful 10 amp motor and ruggedly built with reserve Unlike Armor-Guard, Shell-Guard RTU is permanent as long as the power for the toughest drilling jobs. Chrome wood remains protected with a finish. Do not apply over a stain or finish. moly alloy steel for high torque transmission with Application Temp: 40°-90° F. Do Not Freeze. Coverage: Approximately minimum wear. Drive shafts run smoothly on pre- 150-250 sq. ft. per gal. Cleanup: Soap & water. Made in the USA. lubricated ball bearings. Extra long switch handle and 1 gal. PR157-RTU-1GAL $107.64 2.5 gal. PR157-RTU-2.5GA $151.00 pipe handle afford maximum leverage for drilling or ream- ing large holes. Pipe handle for added control. Volts - 120 Tim-Bor® Professional ac/dc, no load rpm 350, gear train - triple, spindle diameter protects your log home from carpenter ants, termites, and thread - #3 jacobs taper spindle. Keyed chuck. T212-1854-1 $690.00 wood decay fungi, and wood boring beetles. The Armor-Guard active ingredient is Disodium Octaborate Tetrahy- Borate Wood Preservative drate (DOT), a natural borate mineral salt and micro- A one coat, 100% powder borate wood preservative that nutrient. It is manufactured for use in the form of a you dissolve in water or use dry. Armor-Guard protects water-soluble borate powder. Do not apply over a stain uninfested wood from wood decay and wood destroy- or finish. Application: Dust: Apply into termite galleries, wall voids, box ing insects. Protect treated wood from excessive rain. sills and attics. Liquid: Apply 2 coats of a 10% solution (1 pound to 1 End-cuts of wood may also be treated by spray or brush methods, or by 5 gallon of water) or one coat of a 15% solution (11/2 pounds to 1 gallon minute dipping in Armor-Guard treatment solution. Does not affect color of water) for remedial and preventative control of wood destroying of wood. Do not apply over a stain or finish. Application Temp: 40°-90° F. organisms. Wood must be clean and bare; free of dirt, wax, and surface Coverage: Approximately 200 sq. ft. per gal. of mixed solution. A 17 lb. pail finishes for best results.Coverage: 200 sq. ft. per gal. Once thoroughly covers approximately 3,400 sq. ft. Mix 1 pound (4 cups) of powder with one dried, coat logs or timbers with a water-repelling finish after applying to gallon of water. Cleanup: Soap & water. Made in the USA. protect. Cleanup: Soap & water. Made in the USA. 1 lb. PR157-ARMOR1LB $12.32 1.5 lb. Packet PR190-55008 $18.99 17 lb. PR157-ARMOR17LB $125.40 6 gal. (25 lbs.) PR190-55007 $134.99 Order Online! 21 Sapstain Control Wood Treatments

SapStain Control will protect peeled logs from mold and stain-causing fungi. Should I dilute TM-5 First Treat? Yes; the sug- Mold, mildew, and sapstain increase the wood’s ability to hold water, thus increasing gested dilution is two (2) parts water to one (1) chances of decay. Note: Timber-Tec and TM-5FT are compatible with borate products like part TM-5 FT. A 1:1 dilution can be used for high Tim-bor; however, Tim-bor should be applied FIRST. If the sapstain control has already moisture woods such as Norway Pine and Aspen. been applied to the logs, the preferred method is to apply Tim-bor after the final rinse before applying finish to maximize the material in the wood. TM-5 First Treat comes in honey and clear; what’s the difference?Honey will stain your Why Use SapStain Control? logs a honey color and make it easy to see where • To help prevent these fungi from entering you have applied it. Honey will not provide any As house logs and timbers are wood, spray the wood within 24 hours more sapstain protection than the clear, but will peeled or sawn, their surfaces after peeling with Timber-Tec, TM-5FT, or provide additional UV protection and give the are susceptible to sapstain another sapstain control. logs a light honey color even after powerwashing. fungi. Fungi are tiny, thread- • Don’t spray prior to rain, sapstain control will TM-5 FT does not need to be removed by like organisms, which utilize be washed off or diluted. powerwashing before applying a finish. Honey is wood, or carbohydrates stored • Species like Balsam Fir, Spruce, and Cedar are not recommended if the logs will be sanded after in wood cells, for food. Besides food, fungi not as susceptible to sapstain as are pines. Aspen coating with TM-5 FT. Sanded areas will stand require the presence of air (oxygen), water, and and high moisture woods may need higher out as blotchy light patches. warm temperatures to survive and grow. These concentrations of sapstain control and more fungi, as they move through the wood, can frequent applications. What are the main differences between TM-5 leave behind a colored stain of blue, black, red, First Treat and Timber-Tec? Timber-Tec contains or brown. It is most commonly known as Blue surface protectants and must be powerwashed off Stain. The photo above shows a cutaway of sap- Sapstain control FAQ before applying finish. stain inside the log. A sapstain control product Is TM-5 First Treat hazardous? No, but do was used to stop the sapstain from reaching the follow the manufacturer’s directions and warnings. outer surface of the logs. TIPS for Applying Sapstain Control: Does TM-5 First Treat clear affect the color of These are PERMANENT discolorations and 1. Stack logs at least two feet above ground level. the stain? No. However TM-5 FT honey will 2. Keep the area under the logs free from grass, weeds, or do not affect the wood’s strength, but they are retain a honey color on the logs. nature’s first step at preparing wood for future anything that can prevent air circulation. 3. Leave space between the logs to allow air circulation. rot. This sapstain occurs in the wood, while Can I use a borate solution with TM-5 First mildew (black) or mold (white) grows on the 4. Apply a sapstain control late in the day so there is less chance Treat? Yes; apply the borate solution before apply- of evaporation before it has penetrated the log surface. surface of logs and timbers and aids in the ing TM-5 unless you clean the logs (power wash) absorption of water into the wood. and apply the borates just before applying the stain.

Sansin Timber-Tec TM-5 First Treat A concentrated, penetrating wood A special one coat water based formulation that penetrates protection system, offering an effective deep into green wood. It protects against mold, mildew, guard against weathering and providing and fungus and three way protection from rain, fading, and active UV protection. Timber-Tec con- weather. (Optimal protection is afforded against discoloration tains a proprietary mix of ingredients from UV rays.) Can be diluted with two parts water, or 1:1 for that protects against sapstain (bluestain), high moisture woods such as Norway Pine and Aspen. Designed for dipping, mold, mildew, and fungi. It is intended though spraying works well. If you choose to dilute at 2:1, it may require as a priming application for logs 24-48 hours after being drawknifed and monitoring the logs for additional coatings. Application: Apply one coat should be applied to clean logs that are not in ground contact. Do not within 24-48 hours after logs have been peeled. Allow 12-24 hours for drying, apply over previously finished or stained wood. M-30 provides the natural depending upon the temperature and humidity. Application Temp: 50º-80º F. light color of fresh pine and C-20 is a clear concentrate that provides a (Do not apply to frozen wood.) Coverage: 200-400 sq. ft. per gal. depending light honey color to the wood once dried. Timber-Tec contains solids that on dryness and porosity of wood. Note: Sanding areas after coating will leave penetrate well, creating dimensional stability, water repellency, and greatly light areas (especially if using Honey). Honey is a lightly pigmented minimizes cracks and checking. Provides active UV protection keeping version to hold the logs longer. Do Not Freeze. Made in the USA. wood pure during the construction phase. Note: If applied by spraying, 1 gal. Clear (Makes 2-3 gal.) P204-TM5FT4 $50.00 1 gal. Honey (Makes 2-3 gal.) P204-TM501H $52.50 back-brush for proper application. Timber-Tec must be power washed off 5 gal. Clear (Makes 10-15 gal.) P204-TM5FT5 $235.00 of the logs before applying finish.Application Temp: Do not apply in heat of 5 gal. Honey (Makes 10-15 gal.) P204-TM505H $245.00 day, direct sun, or on logs that are warm to the touch. Do not apply if rain is expected or in freezing temperatures. Coverage: Mix 1:1 with water. 150- Tip: Timber-Tec and TM-5 FT can be used as a seasoning coat during the 200 sq. ft. per gal. Do Not Freeze. Made in Canada. transitional period when the building is constructed but the finish has not 5 gal. C-20 (Makes 10 gal.) PR200-C20-4320 $248.04 been applied due to excessive log moisture. This will keep the logs protected 5 gal. M-30 (Makes 10 gal.) PR200-M30-4330 $248.04 while allowing more time for the logs to dry. See Sapstain Control FAQ above for directions on preparation prior to applying a finish.

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BOR8RODS® Applications Size End Grain Sealers (Previously known as Impel Windows, Door Frames, & Millwork 1/4" x 1/2" Rods) are an EPA approved, Fascia Boards, Eaves, & Lumber 1/3" x 1" LOG END SEAL effective preservative system Fence Posts & Timbers 1/2" x 2" End Grain Sealer for Lifeline Wood Finishes for the prevention and control Logs and Wooden Poles 3/4" x 3" It protects exposed log ends from of fungi decay (rot) and many Rod Size Box of 12 Box of 24 Box of 100 deterioration due to the elements. destructive insects in wood Log End Seal is a clear finish that structures. When moisture 1/4" x 1/2" NA $27.84 $76.50 1/3" x 1" NA $48.56 $95.31 helps to keep water from penetrat- contents reach levels suitable ing into the log ends and provides a durable layer of protection for decay (i.e. around 25%), 1/3" x 25/8" NA $46.41 $127.93 1/2" x 2" $32.77 NA $156.93 against sun, wind, and weather damage. To apply, thoroughly sand BOR8RODS® slowly dissolve all exposed log ends, taking care not to leave heavy sanding marks 1/2" x 4" $54.60 NA $268.36 and begin to diffuse through- or gouges. Apply any LifelineTM brand exterior stain (pages 39-41) out the wood. Under 25%, the 3/4" x 3" $54.60 NA $277.64 to the entire home, including the log ends. When the Lifeline stain preservative becomes dormant. Wood Plugs, treated and tapered on one end. For 1/2" rods $ .26 each has dried, apply Log End Seal with a brush, pad or trowel taking care For restoration applications, For 3/4" rods $ .32 each to completely cover the exposed log end. Try to avoid leaving brush install with an angled linear or marks or uncoated areas on the ends. Wipe off any excess that may staggered drill pattern. See page 47 for application rates. Wooden plugs have worked its way onto the sides of the logs. Let the Log End Seal available. Made in the USA. Cannot be sold or shipped to Canada. dry and finish with a Lifeline topcoat over the entire home. Wash See page 47 equipment and brushes with soap and warm water. Dried Log End Place rods in holes drilled at for restoration. Seal may be removed with alcohol. Do Not Freeze. Made in the USA. specific high risk locations (such as 1 gal. S157-LOGEND-1G $118.87 at the groundline or near joints and exposed endgrain). When used for logs, the rods can be Log-Gevity™ End Grain Sealer “plugged” with caulking or chinking to aesthetically hide Excess moisture that finds its way to cracks and voids them. Tip: Use during construction. Insert in a linear pattern will ultimately cause the finish to fail and encourages down the center of sill logs as the walls are stacked. wood decay. The sawed ends of logs and lumber are the most susceptible to such cracks and voids due to Rod Diffusion Diffusion the fact that the log has been cut open at these ends. Complete Inserted of Rod In fact, the immersion of a butt end of a sawed log in water will increase its total mass by 12% in less than one hour. End Grain Sealer has been specifically designed to coun- teract such moisture penetration. Coverage: Approximately An EPA approved wood preservative, fungicide, 75-100 sq. ft. per gal. Made in the USA. insecticide. Use in wood where moisture is present. 7/16" in 1 gal. P012-LE00B $67.20 diameter; available in 2", 3", or 4" lengths. They activate 5 gal. P012-LE00C $327.86 when wood moisture exceeds 20%. Treatment cycle is 8-10 years if moisture is 20% or higher. Made in Canada. Cannot be sold or shipped to Canada or Hawaii. Preventative Application for Horizontal Logs Log & Timber End Coating Log Size 2" Rods Spacing 3" Rods Spacing 4" Rods Spacing 6" 1 14" -- -- 1 14" A water-based end coating that slows 8" 1 8" 1 14" 1 14" checking and splitting during seasoning 10" 2 10" 1 14" 1 10" periods by preventing rapid and uneven loss of moisture. Application: Brush, swab, 12" 2 7" 1 14" 1 7" or low pressure spray. For best results, end 14" 3 8" 1 10" 2 10" surfaces must be thoroughly covered by 16" 4 8" 1 8" 2 8" the coating. Do not apply to wood during Size 10, 12, or 25 pack 50 box 100 box or just before a rain or where water will 1/3” x 1” $29.54 (25 pack) NA $105.45 wash the wet coating. Allow to dry before 1/2” x 2” $25.91 (10 pack) $87.27 $156.36 exposure to water. Coverage: Approxi- 1/2” x 4” NA $120.45 $236.36 mately 100 sq. ft. per gal. If sprayed, 3/4” x 3” $41.82 (12 pack) NA $300.00 over-atomization should be avoided as this Plugs 10 or 12 pack 50 box 100 box might lead to evaporation, causing the solids to be deposited in dry form. Fits 2" & 4" Included with 2" 10 pack $16.36 $30.00 Do Not Freeze. Made in the USA. Fits 3" Included with 3" 12 pack NA $54.55 5 gal. P097-ST6005CLR $118.19

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Name Cleaning Agent Cautions Wood Usage Notes Charlie's Soap Soda Ash Spot Test for Colorfastness Bare & Finished Wood: Removes Pitch and Tar, General Cleaner CPR Peroxide Bleach See product notes below Bare & Finished Wood: Removes Dirt, Graying, Water Stains, Mold, and Mildew Log Maintenance Wash Disodium Metasilicate Rinse Well! Bare & Finished Wood: General Cleaner Log Wash Phosphoric Acid Rinse Well! Bare & Finished Wood: Removes Graying; General Cleaner Outlast Kleenstart Peroxide Bleach Rinse Well! Bare & Finished Wood: Removes Graying, Mill Glaze, Water Stains, Mold, Mildew, and Unbound Pigment TSP Tri Sodium Phosphate Rinse Well! Bare & Finished Wood: General Cleaner, can be added to Bleach & Water - see page 6 WoodReNew Peroxide Bleach Not for Finished Wood Bare Wood: Removes Graying, Water Stains, Mold, Mildew, and Unbound Pigment X-180 Oxalic Acid Rinse Well! Bare Wood: Removes Graying, Water Stains, Mold, and Mildew The coverages listed below are approximate sq. ft. per gallon and will vary based on smooth or rough wood grain. Outlast KleenStart Charlie’s Soap All of Our Log Cleaners SALE! This all-purpose cleaner is non- are Made in the USA! The cleaning power of pure toxic, completely biodegradable, And Freeze-Thaw Stable oxygen. As it dissolves, the crystals and safe for the environment. It release the oxygen bound up contains no lye, phosphates, bleach, inside them giving you nature’s SALE! Log-Gevity Log brighteners, dyes, softeners, petro- Maintenance Wash own way of cleaning and bright- leum, fillers, or perfumes and is A one step cleaner designed to ening. Perfect for siding (both hypo-allergenic. It gets under grease and grime, remove airborne contaminates that wood and vinyl), decks, fences, roofs, tents, log gently releasing them without harsh abrasives. attach to the log substrate. Also re- homes, outdoor furniture—anything and every- Quickly, easily, and safely removes pitch and moves oxidation without brushing thing that requires a good deep-down cleaning tar. Always spot-test for colorfastness in an while maintaining the integrity of and brightening. Rinses quickly and easily. No inconspicuous area first. the finish. Works with pressure washers, steam “slick” bleach residue requiring excessive rinsing! Coverage: a one quart container mixed with 5 Dilutions For Cleaning: cleaners, or hand washing. Biodegradable with no phosphates or caustics. Besides logs, gallons cold water or 8 gallons of warm water; Buildings HEAVY Wooden Decks LIGHT cleans up to 1,200 square feet of surface area. General Cleaning LIGHT Glass & Mirrors LIGHT it cleans decks, sidewalls, dimensional lumber, Quart P304-KLEEN1QT $27.00 $24.30 Grout HEAVY Smoke & Soot HEAVY brick, metal, plastics, and painted aluminum 7 lb. Jug P304-KLEEN1JUG $70.00 $63.00 HEAVY = Full strength to 10 parts water siding. Works in hot or cold water. Mix 10:1. LIGHT = 10 to 100 parts water Coverage: See more dilutions online at www.loghelp.com. Aprox. 300 sq. ft. per gallon. 1 gal. R012-LGLWB $30.77 $27.69 Wood ReNew A biodegradable percarbonate-based 1 gallon Liquid H313-11401 $15.99 5 gal. R012-LGLWC $149.71 $134.74 wood cleaner that cleans and bright- Laundry Pre-Spray H313-11201 $7.99 Applying a Perma-Chink Lifeline Finish? ens grayed and weathered wood. Use Laundry Powder 50 loads H313-41201 $12.99 Do Not Clean Your Logs with Bleach & Water Wood ReNew to return wood to its CPR Cleaner & Brightener original natural color. Removes UV Revives the natural beauty of wood. Log Wash graying, water stains, mold, mildew, and unbound Excellent for cleaning and preparing A liquid concentrate for cleaning log pigment. Wood ReNew is not a maintenance logs for staining and for cleaning siding, and wood surfaces. Can be used as a cleaner for cleaning finished surfaces.Coverage: 4 fences, and decks. Coverage: 100-150 sq. maintenance cleaner or to prepare the cups of Wood ReNew to 5 gallons of water. Each ft. per gallon for both strengths depend- wood surface for a new coat of stain gallon of mixed solution will clean approximately 150 sq. ft. of wood surface. One gallon of Wood ing on the wood porosity. Note: Not recommended or topcoat. Its formulation removes for use on Douglas Fir, Redwood, and other high Renew will clean approximately 3,000 sq. ft. dust, dirt, and other contaminates from walls and 1 gal. R157-WDREN1-GAL $83.08 tannin woods (CPR may darken - test chinking without harm. Washing your log home first).1/2 gal. Jug R190-CPR $25.29 once or twice a year with Log Wash will keep your SALE! X-180 Weathered 1. Cleaner Strength Lifeline finish looking great while helping extend For less severe discoloration and surface its life. Always dilute Log Wash with water. Wood Restorer™ cleaning - mix half of the container (1/4 gal.) Coverage: For exterior wood surfaces, thoroughly with 4 gallons of clean water. Maintenance Cleaning: including decks and shake roofs, 2. Brightener Strength discolored from dirt and general One cup per gallon of water makes about 16 weathering. It counteracts the For aggressive cleaning - mix the entire 1/2 gallons of cleaning solution; approximately 3,400 gallon container with 4 gallons of clean water. weathering process by eliminating years of sq. ft. of wood surface. (Aprox. 212 sq. ft. per fungus and discoloration from cedar, redwood, gal. of mixed solution.) and other types of wood. It cleans and restores TSP Cleaner Wood Surface Preparation: wood surfaces back to the appearance of new A heavy-duty cleaner which works Two cups per gallon of water makes about 7 gal- lumber. Coverage: 150 to 250 sq. ft. per gallon great on logs by suspending oil and lons of cleaning solution; approximately 1,700 sq. when used full strength. Coverage will double grease. Easy to mix and environmen- with a 1:1 water dilution. Will also vary depend- tally friendly. Rinse well!! Not recom- ft. of wood surface. (Aprox. 243 sq. ft. per gal. of mixed solution.) ing on the porosity of wood. Rough sawn wood mended for use with Sashco finishes. will require more than smooth wood. 1 lb. carton, concentrated H164-SA10621 $4.02 1 gal. (Makes 7 or 16 gal.) R157-LOGWASH1G $33.44 1 gal. R012-3374B $30.14 $28.63 4.5 lb. carton, concentrated H164-SA10622 $14.57 5 gal. R012-3374C $146.84 $139.50

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Log Wool Insulation Time tested, quality foam tape Wool can be used in laterals and for the Log Building Industry. notches of log home construction and LogSeal foam tape is manufac- for general insulation. It is also an tured from brown closed cell environmentally friendly alternative materials. The cells being closed to other types of products available prevents practically all moisture on the market, most notably, fiberglass insulation. Wool fibers trap millions absorption and prohibits air infil- of microscopic pockets of air allowing tration. The foam density is 10 for its insulating abilities (R-Value of lbs. per cu. ft. Made in the USA. approximately 2.7 per inch). Wool also wicks moisture as opposed to absorb-  Can be used in full compression. ing it. The wool that we offer has been  Adhesive on one side with easy release protective liner provides fast and easy placement during construction. infused with borates for increased rot  Perpetual seal during drying, settling, and continued disposition of logs. and insect resistance. The wool comes  Excellent recovery characteristics. in two different styles; ropes and batts.  Seals against water, cold, heat, light, & noise. Made in Canada.  Excellent resistance to ultraviolet light, though will break down through prolonged exposure. Ropes: Approximately 3" wide by 11/2" thick; 1 lb. of roping will  Wide application with joint designs including spline and gasket, do approximately 90 linear feet of lateral grooves. To determine the tongue and groove, saddle notch, laterals, as well as flat-on-flat. amount needed, take the total log length and divide by 90. You can add 10% to 15% to be sure you have enough and any leftover can go LogSeal is subject to oversize shipping charges based on size, into the next building, or just lay the extra into the ceiling to increase weight, and quantity. insulation effect in the ceilings. LogSeal Foam Tape Batts: Sheets of wool that are approximately 5' x 8' and about 1" Size Rolls Ft. Ft. Price 1-5 6-9 Item Number (Thickness x Width) Case Roll Case Roll Cases Ea. Cases Ea. thick. Each batt is approximately 1.81 lbs. (29 oz.). Log builders who have used our wool have found that on corners it is easier to use batts 1/4 " x 1/2" 42 50 2100 FM211-LS1/4X1/2 $4.95 $187.11 $176.71 instead of ropes. 10 lbs. of batts will go a long way. If used for notches 3/8 " x 3/8" 31 32.25 999.75 FM211-LS3/8X3/8 $3.07 $85.65 $80.89 and laterals on 8" sized logs, 1 lb. of batts will fill about 25 notches 3/8 " x 1/2" 42 32.25 1354.5 FM211-LS3/8X1/2 $3.99 $150.82 $142.44 or 20 notches for 10" size logs. 1 lb. at 4" wide by 3" thick will fill an 3/8 " x 3/4" 29 32.30 936.7 FM211-LS3/8X3/4 $5.43 $141.72 $133.85 area about 120 linear feet or if used 6" wide by 3" thick, it will cover approximately 80 linear feet. The U.S. Department of Energy lists Sheep’s Wool Batting with an R Value of about 3.5 per inch.

Application of Sealant Tapes For flat ceilings:Lay in batts or loose wool, or rope leftovers to desired thickness. For domed, arch, cathedral, peak ceilings, and stud walls: fold batts to the desired thickness between studs. The vapor barrier is put on immediately to hold batting in place. Usually, the folded batts will hold their place between the studs while you put on the vapor barrier.

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Designed to be safer, faster, and Tips: easier to use than most traditional The industry norm for placement is 24" to 36" between fasteners. It is not uncommon to alternate 1" on either fasteners. Popular among companies side of the center line of the log. as the ultimate fastener because of its ease of use and its ability to pull and hold logs into position. Patented head style countersinks during installation. No predrilling required. Guaranteed not to disintegrate in pressure treated lumber. Sold by the box and quantities of ten. Made in the USA. Maze "Skinny Spikes®" loghog: 5/16" hex head - 1/4" shank diameter - 3" thread length A 1/4" diameter ring shank spike with a 1/2" head and 9" & 10" and 3/8" washer for greater pulldown on large diameter logs. Used next to long. The thinner diameter drives easier and helps to reduce wood corners, windows, doors, and in top plate logs for added strength. Also used splits. Not galvanized. Sold in 50 lb. boxes. Made in the USA. for log buildings in earthquake zones, and in high mountain areas where Size Item Number No./Box lbs/Box Price/Box there is increased lateral shear due to high wind. 9" H137-L-368-A 375 $158.47 50 olylog: 5/16" hex head - 3/16" shank diameter - 2" of thread length 10" H137-L-369-A 350 $169.97 with 1/4" major diameter - gimlet point for fast drilling.

HEADLOK Panel Fasteners: Works great for structural insulated panels, stress skin/timber frame connections, prefabricated wall panel connections, and 2, 3, and 4 ply beam connections. Spider™ drive system and gimlet point for fast drilling. The eight-lobed design offers the highest level of positive bit engagement and drivability, allow- ing you to drive these screws in with your arm extended with no cam-out. Enclosed with each package of LogHogs are reusable heavy-duty washers. These are to be used to assist in drawing down warped SALE! LogHog Fasteners logs. To effectively accomplish this task, take the following steps: Size Item Number No./box MSRP 1-5 Box 6+ (5%) 10 Pack 7" H156-LOGHOG07 $224.20 $164.46 $154.19 $8.97 Install the first LogHog fastener in the center of the log as normal, 9" H156-LOGHOG09 $247.36 $181.26 $169.94 $9.89 working your way towards the end of the log. Where the logs cannot be drawn tight, place the washer onto a LogHog fastener 10" H156-LOGHOG10 $272.09 $195.41 $183.20 $10.88 250 and drive the fastener until the two logs are sufficiently drawn 11" H156-LOGHOG11 $300.52 $219.29 $205.58 $12.02 together. The washer will prevent the head from countersinking 12" H156-LOGHOG12 $318.41 $233.43 $218.84 $12.74 and will now act as a temporary clamp. Place a permanent LogHog a minimum of 2" away from the temporary one and countersink the 13" H156-LOGHOG13 $348.41 $254.66 $238.74 $13.94 head a 1/4" as usual. Remove the temporary fastener and repeat 15" H156-LOGHOG15 150 $243.67 $178.61 $167.45 $16.24 this process until you've reached the end of the log. You may need OlyLog Fasteners to increase the fastening pattern slightly to maintain a tight gap. SALE! Size Item Number No./box MSRP 1-5 Box 6+ (5%) 10 Pack 2.5" H156-LOG025 500 $171.04 $124.67 $116.88 $3.42 4" H156-LOG04 $128.94 $94.06 $88.19 $5.16 Call For Current Pricing 6" H156-LOG06 $168.41 $122.90 $115.22 $6.74 Round Joist Hangers 8" H156-LOG08 $195.78 $143.24 $134.29 $7.83 Size Item Number 9" H156-LOG09 $197.88 $145.01 $135.95 $7.92 250 6" H045-JHR6 10" H156-LOG10 $225.25 $165.34 $155.01 $9.01 8" H045-JHR8 12" H156-LOG12 $248.41 $182.14 $170.76 $9.94 9" H045-JHR9 14" H156-LOG14 $282.62 $206.02 $193.15 $11.30 10" H045-JHR10 16" H156-LOG16 $372.62 $272.34 $255.32 $14.90 12" H045-JHR12 SALE! FastenMaster HeadLok Panel Fasteners 3/16" welded metal construction with a black, powder coat finish. Size Item Number No./box MSRP 1-5 Box 6+ (5%) 10 Pack Hardware not included. Made in the USA. 5" H156-FMHL005-25 $148.94 $95.32 $89.36 $5.96 6" H156-FMHL006-25 $169.46 $108.46 $101.68 $6.78 7" H156-FMHL007-25 $175.78 $112.50 $105.47 $7.03 See New Products Added Throughout The Year! 8" H156-FMHL008-25 250 $190.52 $121.94 $114.32 $7.62 www.loghelp.com 10" H156-FMHL010-25 $233.15 $149.22 $139.89 $9.33 12" H156-FMHL012-25 $268.94 $172.12 $161.36 $10.76 14" H156-FMHL014-25 $352.09 $225.34 $211.25 $14.08

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Nortek 6680 leveler Post Pal Post Pal Screw jacks with a 20,000 lb. vertical load Post Brackets for Logs capacity. Precision manufactured for strength A great solution for when Size Item Number Price/Each and durability. Plated for anti-corrosive you need to securely anchor 5" H068-PB5 $66.97 Bronze Bearing properties and lubricated. The bronze bear- log posts to concrete, 6" H068-PB6 $71.08 ing reduces nut turning force. ACME high Spider Nut balconies, or decks. 8" H068-PB8 $75.20 strength thread profile reduces friction. Paintable all-steel ACME Threads 10" H068-PB10 $79.83 Increased support area at the Spider Nut and welded construction. the Bronze Bearing. The exclusive spider nut Inside height is 81/2", 12" H068-PB12 $87.42 provides easier adjustment with increased load 1/2" hole diameter, displacement. Adjustable with a punch and sledge for tight areas and and 1/4" steel. Made in the USA. heavy loads. Made in the USA. H149-6680WOS $99.95 each  1" - #10 ACME thread  20,000 lb. vertical load limit SALE! Quality Thru-Bolt Bottom Plates  6" x 6" Square mounting plates  8" total adjustment These thru-bolt plates are 21/2" x 31/2". The  Lowered height of 13/8"  Adjustable with 3/4" wrench round rod welded to the plate has a 11/4" outside See copper Jack Wraps on page 50! diameter that is 3" in length. A 11/2" Self-Feed Bit (page 15) can be used to widen the thru-bolt Nortek 4430 Leveler Ideal for Deck Posts! hole to accommodate the plate rod. This piece The 4"x 4" leveler with 3" of overall adjustment for fits into the pre-drilled thru-bolt hole that runs decks or homes with minimal settling. 20,000 lb. vertical through the log walls. The builder secures it into load limit. Made in the USA. H149-4430 $89.95 each the bottom of the base log course and stacks the wall. When the wall logs are stacked, the pre-drilled thru-bolt holes are lined up and a 1/2" threaded rod is dropped in from the top. The tapered top allows the threaded rod to center properly and start. May be used in conjunction Nortek Top Locking Plate with Thru-Bolt Washer Plates below.Made in the USA. (Exterior Post Application.) Once you know your H174-THRUBOLTPL $27.00 $24.99 each loads, be sure to check your codes. Existing build- The Maine Deck Bracket ing codes are being enforced and new regulations are Designed to attach to decks, steps, signs, or any being created. The Top Locking Plate may be required item to buildings. Protects against rotting and for exterior support posts. This tough, welded assem- insect damage to sills and siding. Construc- bly simply captures the Spider Nut & Bronze Bearing tion should be in compliance with building to keep exterior support posts secure in high wind situations. As your codes. Recommended spacing for brackets is home settles, adjustments are still easy with the Spider Nut design using 4', with a maximum of 8' spacing. Maximum a heavy punch and sledge. Top Locking Plate measures 5"x 5" and can load capacity is 1000 lbs. per bracket. Use 1/2" diameter bolts. Carriage be used on both the Nortek 6680 and 4430 Levelers. Nortek Leveler bolts should be used where possible. Otherwise, use lag bolts that are sold separately. Made in the USA. H149-TOPLOCKPLA $29.40 penetrating into at least 6" of SOLID wood. Use washers. Solid T6 aluminum construction. Made in the USA. H316-DECKBRACKE $38.46 each Post Screw Jacks Concerned about using the new PT Lumber with the bracket? For compensation of settling log There has been concern about pressure treated wood on the walls. They have a threaded rod Maine Deck Bracket being made mounted to a steel plate with a of aluminum. The problem is the nut acting as the height adjuster, copper content in the treating pro- and another steel plate on top cess and the reaction between dis- of the nut. The bottom plate is similar metals. It is recommended to simply staple felt paper, poly, or screwed to the floor and the top other material that would not allow plate is screwed to the bottom of the vertical log post. The threaded direct contact with the wood where rod passes through a hole in the center of the upper plate and into a the Bracket contact point would be predrilled recess in the log. Note: Always consult with an engineer for before installing. This should eliminate any problems with the use the right jack. Also: Size Item Number Load Price/Each of the Maine Deck Bracket with treated lumber. it takes years for the logs to settle, which 1" X 5" H174-SJ1X6 Not Rated $14.92 1" X 11" H174-SJ1X11 Not Rated $20.89 means that it will take Thru-bolt Plates (Washer) time for the jack to 11/4" X 11" H174-SJ1-1/4X11 6000 $35.82 Washer Plates are 1/4" thick with 1/2" be lowered to a point 13/ 8 " X 11" H174-SJ1-3/8X11 8000 $50.75 holes and 21/2" x 21/2". Nut Plates are no where it will not be 1½" X 11" H174-SJ1-1/2X11 10,000 $58.21 longer available. Made in the USA. seen in the room. 13/4" X 11" H174-SJ1-3/4X11 12,000 $73.13 H123-WASHERPLAT $1.79 each Made in the USA. Order Online! 27 Backer Rod & Chinking Part 1

Backer Rod is a synthetic foam rope Grip Strip is a closed cell backer rod that repels that comes in a variety of shapes water and provides an excellent fit with a flat working and sizes from 1/4" up to 5". The surface. No tools are necessary for installation. It follows with the curvature of reason that backer rod needs to the logs and really grips to the logs and stays in place. Made in the USA. be placed in joints is that it acts as Pieces/ Price/ Price/ a bond breaker, which provides a Width Number Case Size Case Case 4' Piece surface that chinking won’t adhere 3/4" FM214-GS075 1200' 300 $197.10 $0.73 to. Eventually, the chinking will free itself from the backer and will move 1" FM214-GS100 960' 240 $205.20 $0.95 with the logs as they expand or shrink. Backer rod also serves by adding 11/ 2" FM214-GS150 460' 115 $203.90 $1.97 insulation value and reducing the amount of chinking needed. 2" FM214-GS200 360' 90 $208.17 $2.57

21/ 2" FM214-GS250 260' 65 $210.02 $3.59 All Backer Rod and Grip Strip are subject to oversize shipping charges based on size, weight, and quantity. 3" FM214-GS300 200' 50 $212.85 $4.73

31/ 2" FM214-GS350 176' 44 $212.26 $5.36 Closed Cell Backer Rod is a closed cell polyethylene 4" FM214-GS400 144' 36 $213.84 $6.60 round foam that runs in a continuous length in the smaller 5" FM214-GS500 120' 30 $214.92 $7.93 sizes. Compared to Dual Rod, Closed Cell is firm but is also 6" FM214-GS600 96' 24 $214.06 $9.91 easy to install. Again, a blunt tool may be needed to push Grip Strip Kits: backer rod deeper into the joint to allow the required amount of chinking. Small Kit - 10 each of 3/4”, 1”, & 1½” FMKIT-GS001 $37.83 In some uses this product will need to be attached in place, using spray Large Kit - 4 each of 2”, 2½”, & 3” FMKIT-GS002 $41.80 adhesives. It will not hold, but actually repels moisture. In some cases, it will give a little higher insulation value. Closed Cell provides a firm finished joint because it is a stiff material.Made in the USA. Open Cell Backer Rod is easy to work with. It is very soft and compresses to fit most joint sizes. It’s breathable, which Size Number Unit Size Price/Unit allows for a faster cure, but recommended only for interior use. 100' Roll $3.60 1/4" BR301-GR025 This is because it will absorb moisture. If used for exterior logs, 6,400' Roll $207.36 put in only the amount of open cell that you think will get covered in one day 100' Roll $5.47 so that the exposed backer will not draw in moisture. Made in the USA. 3/8" BR301-GR037 3,600' Roll $177.12 Size Number Bag Size Bags Per Bale Price/Unit 100' Roll $7.00 3/8" FM301-DFB038 900' 4 $153.00 1/2" BR301-GR050 2,500' Roll $157.50 5/8" FM301-DFB058 500' 4 $79.15 100' Roll $9.96 5/8" BR301-GR062 7/8" FM301-DFB078 350' 3 $97.48 1,550' Roll $138.88 11/8" FM301-DFB118 300' 2 $132.96 50' Roll $6.57 3/4" BR301-GR075 11/ 2" FM301-DFB150 350' 1 $291.59 1,100' Roll $130.12 2" FM301-DFB200 200' 1 $280.72 50' Roll $9.80 7/8" BR301-GR087 Partially Used Bags or Bales Are Nonreturnable 850' Roll $149.86 Note: 50' Roll $11.43 Using a blunt tool when installing backer rod to the exterior logs will 1" BR301-GR100 prevent punctures to the surface of the rod and minimize chink blistering 550' Roll $113.14 caused by trapped water vaporizing under direct heat from sun exposure. 50' Roll $15.76 11/ 4" BR301-GR125 400' Roll $113.48 For smaller joints where backer rod cannot fit, (like the gaps in dovetail 6' Length $2.76 logs), a mylar tape or strapping tape may be used. This too will serve as a 11/ 2" BR301-GR150 420' Box (70 6' lengths) $173.72 bond-breaker to allow the material to release itself from the tape and move 6' Length $3.81 with logs as they settle and shrink. If applying chinking over old mortar, a 2" BR301-GR200 bond-breaker tape should be applied as well. Clear packing or duct tape are 252' Box (42 6' lengths) $143.93 two examples that will work for this situation. 6' Length $7.65 21/ 2" BR301-GR250 162' Box (27 6' lengths) $185.84 If the backer rod seems to keep popping out, a smaller size or a different style 6' Length $9.99 of is needed. You should never have to nail backer rod to keep in place. The 3" BR301-GR300 102' Box (17 6' lengths) $152.84 most common mistake in choosing backer rod is choosing one that is too big 6' Length $19.91 for the joint. When this happens, the backer rod keeps coming out, or you 4" BR301-GR400 are left with a chinked joint that is larger than it needs to be. Take advantage 54' Box (9 6' lengths) $161.28 of the samples we have to try different styles and sizes. Keep in mind that you may require a number of different styles and sizes for your project.❖

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SOF® ROD (was Dual Rod) is an open cell, polyethylene The Log Gap Cap™ foam that is extruded to leave an impermeable shell that reduces air infiltration where round prevents moisture from entering the side. It is available in a logs meet window and door trim. continuous length through 11/8" diameter; larger sizes are available in 6' Now available in two sizes! The lengths. Advantages of this backer are that it is very flexible and is easy small work with 6"-8" diameter to install. Smaller sizes are offered to fit those really tight joints. When logs, the large fits 9"-11" logs. choosing a size, the diameter should be approximately 25% larger than The Log Cap Cap’s uniform shape the joint because of the compressibility. In smaller joints a blunt tool fits most log profiles. With an easy scissor cut along the flat side, may be needed to push backer further into the joint to allow the required they work in log siding applications. Engineered from 3/4" closed amount of chinking. It is the easiest type of backer rod to work with for cell flexible foam, it compresses and remains in place with little or no smaller size joints. (Many builders of the Swedish cope style use it as an caulking required. Its smooth surface on one side allows easy caulking internal seal.) Made in the USA. if desired. They’re resistant to mold, rot, bacteria, and will not absorb moisture. Available in 50 count box. Made in the USA. Size Number Unit Size Price/Unit Small 50/box BR239-LOGGAPCAP $39.15 BR144-322-91- 100' Roll $12.37 Large 50/box BR239-LOGGAPCAP2 $56.47 3/8" 0375-0 3,600' Roll $400.68 BR144-322-91- 100' Roll $17.52 5/8" 0625-0 1,550' Roll $244.44 Part 2 BR144-322-91- 50' Roll $15.98 Chinking a log home is not difficult. Once you get over the awkwardness of 7/8" 0875-0 learning how to “gun the product” onto the logs and then get the “feel” of tool- 850' Roll $244.46 ing it, you will pick up speed. This article covers the basics of how to chink a BR144-322-91- 50' Roll $24.23 log home. Before starting your project, read and follow the product directions. 11/ 8" 1125-0 500' Roll $218.05 Proper Joint Design BR144-322-91- 6' Length $3.55 11/ 2" Part 1 briefly touched on the reason why backer rod is needed — to serve as a 1500-1 552' Box (92 6' lengths) $293.68 bond breaker. The illustrations on the top of page 30 show why 2-point adhe- BR144-322-91- 6' Length $7.61 sion is so important for the performance of any chinking or caulking product. 2" 2000-1 360' Box (60 6' lengths) $410.84 Synthetic chinking is formulated to be flexible, but as the drawings demon- BR144-322-91- 6' Length $11.61 21/ 2" 2500-1 strate it can fully flex to absorb log movement only if a bond breaker is installed 240' Box (40 6' lengths) $417.90 down the center of the joint. BR144-322-91- 6' Length $17.22 3" 3000-1 Surface Preparation 144' Box (24 6' lengths) $371.88 For chinking to establish good adhesion to the logs, they must be clean—free BR144-322-91- 6' Length $30.51 4" of dirt, pollen, uncured oils, sawdust, and other loose materials. The surface 4000-1 90' Box (15 6' lengths) $411.82 temperature of the logs should be between 40°-90° F. Liquids in the chinking “wet out the surface” of the logs so the chinking can establish good adhesion. If the log surface is colder than 40°, the wood pores tighten up, not allowing for Cracked Chinking? proper wetting out of the surface. Conversely, when the wood temperature is higher than 90°, the liquids evaporate too quickly, adversely affecting adhesion. In this case, the log joint was deeper than 1/4" and backer rod was not used. Most people like color contrast between chinking and stain; therefore, staining The logs will naturally expand and con- tract and since there is no bond breaker prior to chinking is necessary to achieve this look. It is also easier to tool chink- to allow the chinking to stretch in the ing if it is applied to a stained surface, make sure that the stain and chinking are middle, (see Part 2 - Proper Joint Design) compatible, and that the stain has had sufficient cure time. the chinking cracks in the center. Many stains on the market contain waxes and stearates that can interfere with Treatment: Depending on the condition adhesion of chinking and caulking. Usually, companies that manufacture of the caulk or chinking, the material both chinking and stains make certain that their products are compatible, could be completely torn out, backer and attempt to enhance their stains for even better adhesion of their chinking rod installed and then caulk or chinking and caulking products. If your chinking and stain are manufactured by two reapplied. An alternative to removing different companies, call and ask if testing has been done for compatibility and all of the material is to run a length of packaging tape down the middle of request a copy of their test results. the joint, over the chinking material as shown on the right (the tape will act as a Application bond breaker). Then cover the old caulk- Chinking comes in 5-gallon pails and tubes, for larger jobs, pails are more ing and packaging tape with a new layer economical. With pails there are a number of application methods. You can use of caulk or chinking as shown. For other a trowel, grout bag, bulk loading gun, or a commercial pumping system that helpful tips see the Log Home Mainte- pumps the chinking in a continuous flow, making it easier to apply. nance Guide on page 10.

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Proper Joint Design Improper Joint Design Proper Joint Design in Movement • 2 point adhesion • Depth of chinking is 1/2 the width of the joint

When using a caulk gun there are a variety of different sized nozzles available in both round and slot styles. For smaller beads, a round style this happens, just wipe off with a damp sponge or blisters, use a white tarp to shield freshly chinked works well but for wider joints the slot style is rag. The idea is to smooth out the ripples caused by walls from the sun. If this is not possible, keep a generally preferred. gunning, but most important, to feather the bead close eye on the chinked wall for the first 24-48 out onto the top and bottom logs at least 1/4" so that hours. If a blister pops up, just puncture a hole In selecting your nozzle size, be aware that the the chinking is tooled tightly to the log surfaces. in the middle of it and gently push the chinking depth of the bead of caulk should be 1/2 the size of back into place. After 3-5 days you can repair the the width of the joint, but never thinner than 1/4" Cleanup & Disposal blister by applying a small portion of chinking or thicker than 1/2"; e.g., for a joint 1" wide the To properly dispose of unused chinking material, material into the hole. bead depth should be 3/8" to 1/2". it is good practice to understand and follow all of your state and local regulations on cleanup and Cure Time Apply the chinking material down the center of disposal. Do not dispose of chinking material After the chinking process is completed, allow it to the joint, over the backer rod and overlapping in drinking water supplies. However, for easy cure for a week if you will be coating over it with slightly onto the surface of both logs. Only apply cleanup water may be used for cleaning hands, oil or latex finishes; total cure-through is 21 days. enough product down the length of the log that surfaces, and equipment. Toxic solvents are not you can reasonably tool before it starts to skin required for chinking cleanup. One last suggestion from a professional chinker: over. As you become accustomed to tooling, you Hang a small board with several beads of chink- will be able to run longer beads. Warning! ing in a conspicuous area with a sign inviting As you finish your chinking and stand back to people to satisfy their need to touch it. Maybe Tooling admire your work . . . Ugh! Blisters! Blisters are this will keep them from satisfying their curiosity There are as many tooling implements as there are a phenomenon commonly found after applying on the chinking courses of your home! chinkers! I prefer the polyethylene foam brushes chinking. They form when moisture from the available in any hardware store or lumber yard chinking accumulates in voids beneath the bead *Backer Rod & Chinking Part 1 & 2 are adapted but I have seen folks tool with rubber spatulas, and heat from the sun causes the blister to appear from past issues of Log Core, our quarterly paint brushes, putty knives, trowels, and even as “bubble” in the chinking. To avoid these newsletter available online: www.logcore.com. metal spatulas cut down with wire cutters to the desired width. The secret is finding the tool that works best for you. You will also need a pail of clean water, a sponge, and a spray bottle filled How Much Caulk or Chinking Do I Need? with clean water. To speed up the tooling process, have several foam brushes on hand. As soon as 1. Add up the total length of all of your walls one picks up too much chinking and starts to and multiply that number by the average Conversion: drag instead of gliding over the surface, throw number of log courses. Total gallons_____ X 128 (oz) = ______it into the water pail and continue with a clean divide this number by tube size: brush. A mixture of 1 part denatured alcohol 2. Then look up the lineal foot per gallon based to 2 parts water can be used for misting chink- on the average width and depth of your joint 10.5 (oz) =_____ No. of tubes divided by ing when the temperature is over 70°. If you are from the chart. 12 (cs.) = _____cs. working in the sun and the chinking is skinning over too quickly, straight alcohol can be used. 3. Finally, divide the total from No. 1 by the 29 (oz) =_____ No. of tubes divided by When the temperature is lower than 70°, the chart number from No. 2 and this will give you a 10 (cs.) = _____ cs. alcohol is not necessary. quick estimate for the total gallons.

Using a damp polyethylene foam brush, holding the foam portion parallel to the bead, gently press the Average Width of Joint Lineal feet per full gallon (231 cubic inches) bead into place. Do not drag the foam brush down 1/4" 3/8" 1/2" 5/8" 3/4" 7/8" 1" 1½" 2" 2½" 3" 3½" 4" the bead but instead, section by section press the Average 1/4" 308 205 154 123 102 88 77 51 39 31 25 22 19 foam brush against the bead. The next step is the Depth of actual tooling. Using the spray bottle, lightly mist Joint 3/8" 136 102 82 68 58 51 34 25 20 17 14 13 the chinking with water to allow the brush to glide 1/2" 77 61 51 44 38 25 19 15 13 11 9 over the surface. Do not apply too much water, or the latex in the chinking will run down the logs. If Example: One full gallon is sufficient material to fill a joint 1/2" wide, 3/8" deep, and 102' long. 30 To order call toll free: 1-800-359-6614 Caulking

A high-performance waterbased elas- A textured caulking specially tomeric sealant with powerful adhe- designed to seal gaps while visually sion and superior elasticity. It spans gaps up to 2" wide and stretches blending into the surrounding wood surfaces. Energy Seal accepts log up to 500%. It won’t crack...it just stretches. Paintable with exterior home stain colors making it almost invisible. Application Temp: 40°-90° F. latex finishes after 4 hours and interior latex finishes after 24-48 hours Cleanup: Soap & water. Shelf Life: 3 years. Made in the USA. (more for humid conditions). Paintable with most exterior oil-based finishes after 1 week.Application Temp: 40°-90° F. Cleanup: Soap & water. Shelf Life: 3 years. Made in the USA.

11 oz. Tubes: 30 oz. Tubes: 5 Gallon Pails: (12 tubes per case) (10 tubes per case) (21.3 30 oz. tubes per pail) Tube $8.43 Tube $21.42 Pail $277.19 Case $101.16 Case $214.20

10.5 oz. Tubes Case of 12 $72.16 All Of Our Caulking is Freeze/thaw stable Color swatches are approximated A tough elastic filler more firm than caulking with -Just ask! For a sample card superb color stability; resists ultraviolet rays, ozone, mold, and mildew. It is important to seal upward facing Log caulking with a limited log checks where they may accumulate water. If checks lifetime warranty. Log Builder are left unsealed, they become areas where rot may begin. If you have old checks where rot is a risk, apply forms a water resistant skin a borate (page 21) before sealing. Use with Backer Rod SALE! in 1-4 hours and stretches and compresses up to 100% of the where applicable. Tip: Clear tends to blend into surrounding wood the best. original joint size. It develops a powerful adhesion, remains elas- Coverage: One tube will fill 11-161/2 linear feet of a gap 1/2" wide.Cleanup: tic for many years (very resistant to weathering and ultraviolet light), and Soap & water. Shelf Life: 1 year. 12 tubes per case. Made in the USA. its waterbased chemistry is environmentally friendly. Recommended for use with backer rod. Application Temp: 40°- 120° F surface temperature. Cleanup: Soap & water. Shelf Life: 3 years. Made in the USA. ark ron Tan Woodtone 11 oz. Tubes Tube $13.17 Case $158.06 Log Builder 5-gal Pails Are Now Tapered, See Page 34 For Follow Plates 10.5 oz. Tubes 30 oz. Tubes 5 Gallon Pails SALE! Delivers performance that’s hard to (12 tubes per case) (10 tubes per case) (21.3 30 oz. tubes per pail) see. Its colors blend with the most MSRP Tube $7.99 MSRP Tube $18.99 MSRP Pail $299.99 popular stains for log homes, and Tube $7.19 Tube $17.09 Pail $269.99 Conceal’s light texture simulates Case $86.28 Case $170.90 the natural roughness of wood. The combination of color and tex- ture makes it hard to see where the caulking ends and the logs begin. 30 oz. & 5 gallon Pails Conceal delivers performance with superior elongation, memory, and adhesion. Is resistant to rainfall in 1-4 hours and excellent for filling and SALE! Manus-Bond 75-AM Caulking concealing checks. Limited lifetime warranty. Application Temp: 50°-90° F. A polyurethane caulking that has excellent adhesion to wood, Cleanup: Soap & water. Shelf Life: 3 years. Made in the USA. especially on wood treated with paraffinic oil stains such as Conceal 5-gal Pails Are Now Tapered, See Page 34 Follow Plates ProLuxe/Sikkens. It is paintable, sandable, and cures fast, even in low temperatures. Extremely low odor. Excellent for using in tight, enclosed spaces and more pest resistant than latex caulks. If it rains shortly after application, it will not wash down the sides of your walls like acrylic based caulking. Instead, the rain will actually help it to set up. Application Temp: Surface must be above 40° F and frost free. Note: If applying after staining, remember to cover Manus-Bond with stain after caulking has 10.5 oz. Tubes 30 oz. Tubes 5 Gallon Pails cured; this will provide UV protection and extend its longevity. (12 tubes per case) (10 tubes per case) (21.3 30 oz. tubes per pail) Cleanup: Mineral spirits. Shelf Life: 1 year. Made in the USA. 10% Off in October! MSRP Tube $19.99 MSRP Pail $305.99 10% Off in October! Tube $8.99 Tube $17.99 10. 3 oz. Tubes: (12 tubes per case) Pail $275.39 Case $107.88 Case $179.90 Cedar Tube $6.37 30 oz. & 5 gallon Pails Case $68.74 Order Online! 31 Caulking & Chinking

Mor-Flexx® is the flexible acrylic latex caulk for textured surfaces. Its texture mimics Drying and Curing the character of many different surfaces, Drying time and curing time are two entirely different terms. In warm or including wood, stone, stucco, brick, mortar, hot weather, Energy Seal and Woodsman may begin to skin over in as little and composite panels and siding. It won’t dry as ten minutes while a complete cure may take a couple of weeks. Cooler temperatures and high humidity slows the drying time and curing process. hard and crack like other repair products. It stretches and flexes with temperature changes and movement. Mor-Flexx looks like mortar, and stretches like rubber! Application Temp: 40°-90° F. Cleanup: Soap and Water. Shelf Life: 3 years. Made in the USA. Use indoors or out- Chinking doors where a textured, mortar look is desired such as: Brick • Cinder block • Concrete • Drywall • Mortar Stone • Stucco • Tile • Various Metals • Vinyl • Wood Chink Paint is an elastomeric, textured or smooth coating by Perma-Chink. Ideal 10.5 oz. Tube $7.99 Case of 12 $87.23 for brightening the appearance of old, dirty chinking, or altering the color of existing chinking. Chink-Paint’s elasticity enables it to expand and contract with Perma-Chink Duct Tape Paint Wand: chinking or Energy Seal without cracking or peeling. When restoring The Classic Paint Wands are no longer an older home, it saves time and money by eliminating the need to available, though we still have the refill pads mask off the chinking before staining. Simply wait for the stain to dry available (page 35). For smoothing out and then apply a coat of Chink-Paint. Application Temp: 50°-90° F. and tooling caulk or chinking, use a 1" Coverage: Approximately 100-125 sq. ft. per gallon. Cleanup: Soap & foam brush (page 35) coated over with duct water. Do Not Freeze. Shelf Life: 3 years. Made in the USA. tape for a smooth surfaced, flexible pad brush.

Beige Brown Light Gray Med. Gray Sandstone Stone Tan White Slab® is a concrete caulking specifically designed to seal cracks in Smooth or Textured 1-gal $91.44 Smooth or Textured 5-gal $410.42 concrete while remaining flexible. Stretches up to 300%. Recom- mended for use with Backer Rod if the crack is deeper than 1/2". Log Jam, Perma-Chink, & Sansin Timber-Tec Application Temp: 40°-120° F (surface temp.) Tack free in less than are All Freeze/thaw stable 30 minutes and cures in approximately 1 week. Cleanup: Soap and water. Color: Concrete gray. Shelf Life: 3 years. Made in the USA. SALE! Log Jam is an acrylic elastic chinking for those who Adheres To: Asphalt • Brick • Concrete • Cinder Block • EIFS want the traditional, historic look of mortar chinking. Stone • Mortar • Stucco • Wood It stretches and compresses as logs shrink and swell, up 10.5 oz. Tube $8.29 Case of 12 $99.48 to 100% of its original joint size. Log Jam has excellent memory. That means it can absorb movement over and Slab is colored and textured to closely match aging concrete. Approximate color over again without tearing, pulling away, or looking only. Slight color variations can occur “Stretched Out.” And, because the majority of the movement log homes between the color chip and actual product. experience occurs during the first few years, it’s guaranteed to absorb log movement for 10 years! It tightly grips to all species of wood (including Woodsman Caulking is a smooth elastic oily woods like cedar) and most stains. Log Jam has a 1 hour fire rating sealant can be used during construction between logs, and is the only chinking product on the market that is UL approved. in butt-joints, around windows and doors, woodwork, Recommended for use with backer rod. Application Temp: 40°-90° F. eaves, soffits, vents, and expansion joints. It adheres to Cleanup: Soap & water. Shelf Life: 2 years. Made in the USA. wood, metal, glass, concrete, brick, masonry, porcelain, Log Jam 5-gal Pails Are Now Tapered, See Page 34 For Follow Plates tile, marble, and plastics. Application Temp: 40°-90° F. Do not apply in direct hot sun. Cleanup: Soap & water. Shelf Life: 3 years. Made in the USA. White Mortar Buff Tan Light Gray Woodtone Dark White White Gray Cedar Brown 30 oz. Tubes: 5 Gallon Pails: ine oney Tan Cedar ron ray (10 tubes per case) (21.33 30 oz. tubes per pail) 11 oz. Tubes 30 oz. Tubes MSRP Tube $19.99 MSRP Pail $267.99 (12 tubes per case) (10 tubes per case) Tube $17.99 Tube $6.99 Case $83.88 Tube $15.73 Case $157.30 Pail $241.19 Case $179.90

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Perma-Chink is a flexible, textured chinking. Though it looks and feels like traditional mortar, it’s not. Albion Caulk Guns *This bulk-loading caulk gun It is a pure acrylic that adheres to logs and stretches to can be purchased, used, and returned at a 50% discount! maintain a tight seal by following log movement. 10-Year Same as renting it, but no time limitation! Just return the gun in a Warranty. Application Temp: 40°-90° F. Cleanup: Soap & clean, undamaged condition (free of all caulking, residue, and rust). water. Shelf Life: 3 years. Made in the USA. Albion Caulk Guns

*T017-DL-59-T13 1 qt. Manual (shown) with 1/ 2" Nozzle $92.11

T017-DL-59-T13A 30 oz. Air Assist Bulk Loading with 1/ 2" Nozzle $163.12

Beige Brown Light Gray Med. Gray Sandstone Stone Tan White T017-200-5 80 oz. Air Assist Bulk Loading with 7/ 8" Nozzle $311.65

11 oz. Tubes 30 oz. Tubes 5 Gallon Pails T017-405-15A 1 qt. Air Cartridge Caulk Gun $175.45 (12 tubes per case) (10 tubes per case) (21.3 30 oz. tubes per pail) Special Caps Tube $8.08 Tube $18.00 T017-32-14-5 1" x 1/8" $13.33 T017-32-16-5 11/2" x 1/8" $22.50 Pail $237.48 Case $96.96 Case $180.00 T017-32-10-5 21/2" x 1/4" $23.33 T017-187-G05 33/8" to 2" Reducer $94.36 Replacement Cap for T017-421-G01 Ring Cap for Cone $5.88 T017-426-G01 DL-59-T13 Gun $16.83 Color swatches are approximated, Packing Cups To ensure color -Just ask! For a sample card T017-21-1 2" Leather (pair) $14.36 T017-21-24 2" Stiff "H" (pair) $16.08 T017-21-4 33/8" Leather (pair) $70.20 T017-21-20 2" Teflon (pair) $59.08 T017-21-16 2" Nitrile (pair) $22.80 T017-31-13 Leather Gasket $2.72 ea. Angle Shot Tip: T017-21-29 33/8" Nitrile (pair) $68.84 The Albion Angle Shot Nozzle fits the 10.5 oz. size Sashco tubes including: Conceal, Log Builder, and 32-22 32-46 32-49 32-33 Log Jam. It fits well on most other 10-11 oz. tubes 1/8" 1/8" 3/16" 1/4" like Manus and Perma-Chink, but does not fit 30 oz. tubes. The Angle Shot fits over attached tube nozzles or threaded nubs and the pressure of the caulk gun holds it in place. 32-17 32-88 32-48 32-55 32-77 3/4" 3/8" 3/8" 1/2" 5/8" 1/8" Slot Albion Nozzles Sansin Timber-Tec Chinking T017- T017- is engineered for zero shrinkage while accom- 32-22 1/8" Tip $11.67 32-17 3/4" x 1/8" Slot $5.83 modating up to 400% elongation. It is odor- T017- T017- less, cures to exposure in just one hour, and is easy 32-46 1/8" Tip $12.50 235-3 Orange Plastic Cone $1.41 to apply even in cold temperatures. It is solvent free, T017- T017- 1/4" to 1/8" Air Hose non-shrinking and its unique cure chemistry allows 32-49 3/16" Tip $11.25 138-7 Thread Reducer $1.75 application down to 30° F. It starts to cure when it T017- T017- comes in contact with air, resealing the package will not stop the curing 32-33 1/4" Tip $9.17 248-G03 3" Nozzle Extension $10.83 process so it is necessary to plan accordingly. Application Temp: 30° F+. T017- T017- Cleanup: Soap & water. Storage: Room temperature. Made in Canada. 32-88 3/8" Tip $6.00 248-G06 6" Nozzle Extension $10.83

Sold only by the case. For these sausage packs, use the Cox Bulk Gun with T017- 3/8" Tip $7.63 T017- 12" Nozzle Extension $13.92 the factory installed blue cup or a Newborn Bulk Gun (see page 34-35). 32-48 248-G12 T017- T017- Timber-Tec Chinking is Special Order - Nonreturnable 32-55 1/2" Tip $4.00 248-G18 18" Nozzle Extension $15.32 T017- Albion is made in the USA 32-77 5/8" Tip $3.70 Albion Bent Nozzle Albion Angle Shot Nozzle Bent at a 45º angle, it Fits many standard quart gives you the ability to cartridge nozzles or inside get around corners. Use a #T017-235-3 Orange with #T017-421-G01 20 oz. Sausage Pack Case of 12 $178.44 Cone Nozzle (above). Ring Cap (above). T017-935-1 $2.19 each T017-935-3 $2.01 each

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Albion 30 oz. Cordless Bulk Gun Care of Albion Bulk-Loading Caulk Guns Variable speed 18 volt Lith- Loading The Gun If you are not using ing with brush and roller cleaner. After ium-ion technology means faster dispensing, greater a follow plate, place the end of the gun softening of material occurs, the interior power, reliability, tool, and battery life. 50% more force - up to 950 down into the material about 2-3" and can be cleaned with a 2" or 3" wire wheel lbs. Automatic reverse relieves pressure. Accommodates multiple pull up on push rod. Using your pointer attached to a 1/4" drill extension. finger, scrape material off gun until it is applications. Battery, charger, leather pistons, 1/2" dia. metal 32-55 clean, then wipe your finger. This helps Other Trouble Shooting: Gun Will nozzle, and 3 orange cone nozzles included. Made in the USA. reduce mess. It is advisable to have a small Not Fill The leathers are probably either Quart Bulk Loading T017-DL-59-T17E $424.99 5-quart pail with water and a cloth for worn or dried out. With leathers in the Extra Battery (18 volt) T017-982-2 $163.15 cleanup after each filling. gun, place the end of the gun in warm Battery Charger (18 volt) T017-982-21 $151.00 water and keep pulling up on push Cleanup At End Of The Day rod until water is pulled into the gun Put remaining sealant back into pail and chamber. If you are working in the fall, Albion B26 Series seal it. Place gun into a pail of water with the material may be cold and leak fluid. 26:1 trigger ratio provides 650 lbs. of thrust, easily cap removed and pull up on the push rod. Either keep the material in a heated dispensing high viscosity caulking and chinking as well Keep doing this until gun is clean of mate- space or place the pail of material in a as reducing hand fatigue. Made in the USA. rial. Unscrew the back trigger mechanism tub of heated water. 10.5 oz. T017-B26 $36.75 30 oz. T017-B26Q $39.98 and spray a light lubricant like WD-40 into the back and into the gun chamber. Leathers Are Buckled The leathers will Leave gun open until it is dry. This will lose shape if stored or soaked in water Cox Bulk Loading Guns help keep the interior from rusting. Wipe too long a time. A well-maintained gun 12:1 leverage at the trigger reduces hand exterior of the gun with a light oil. will give you a much better chinking or caulking experience, so do clean it daily; fatigue. Wear Compensating Device (W.C.D.) technology Other Maintenance If gun is not main- if you are unable to clean daily, place the provides TOTAL trigger action from the first use to the last, tained and a buildup of material develops gun in a plastic bag and seal it up until approximately doubling the life of the gun. Aluminum on or in the gun, remove it by first soak- you can take the time to clean it. body and handle. Comes with ladder hook and three cone nozzles. Made in the USA. 15” T039-51001 $68.52

How to Use a Follow Plate Note: The 15" Cox bulk loading gun comes with Remove front cap of caulk gun and wet the end of gun with water a blue cup installed from the factory. The blue cup or release agent (50% water and 50% denatured alcohol). Spray or must be replaced with the two green cups that come pull water into the gun chamber to lubricate the interior. with the gun (as shown) if you will be using the gun for bulk loading of caulking or chinking. 1. Seat the plate firmly on the surface of the caulk or chinking. 18” COX Bulk Loading Gun Leathers pre-installed, six yellow cone 2. Attach gun to the plate and lock the push rod in place. T039-51002-1000-2SC $78.84 3. Pull up slowly to draw the sealant up inside the barrel until filled. nozzles included, no ladder hook. Cox nozzle adapter Necessary for using plastic nozzles with the 15" bulk loading Cox gun. T039-2N1201 $4.06 Cox Plastic Nozzle Use with 15" bulk loading guns only. Made in the USA. Yellow 1/8"-15/16" T039-2N1006 $.88 each

Albion Follow Plate For straight and tapered 5-gallon pails. The rubber 1 2 3 gasket edge seal makes for exceptional ease of use. Screw type. Made in the USA. T017-504-G07 $55.71

Cox follow Plate For straight and tapered 5-gallon Albion Slip On Follow Plate pails. The rubber gasket edge seal makes for exceptional ease of T039-7F1016 $31.53 Quick Push-On, Pull-Off Seal Feature. No Threading Required! use. Made in the USA. Replacement O-Ring T039-2S2007 $1.28 Fits all 2" diameter B-Line Bulk and Sausage Guns (models Replacement Rubber Edge Seal T039-2S2131 $20.50 B12Bxx, B26Bxx, B12Sxx, B18Sxx, etc.) and Pro Professional Line (DL-45, DL-59, etc) Bulk Guns. Designed to minimize clean up, material waste, and Snorkler Follow Plate exposure to air. Keeps gun barrel clean and prevents air from For straight and tapered 5-gallon pails. Steel; for the entering gun barrel during loading. Made in the USA. Sashco Snorkler only. Made in the USA. T017-504-G15 $47.07 T190-33341 $149.99

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Bulk Loading Sleeve Putty Knife 11/4", Bent, Stiff. Albion makes bulk caulk loading neater and T241-502 $6.73 easier with the Flexible Loading Sleeve. Barrel threads stay clean - the mess is on the sleeve. For all 2" barrel caulk guns. Easy to clean and dis- Classic Paint Wand REFILL PADS Does Not Fit Cox Guns posable. Made in the USA. T017-33-10 $14.14 The Classic Paint Wand is no longer available but we still a number of the refill pads available. Refill Pads (Set of four) H161-2130 $2.50 BeadBuddy45 This remarkable tool gives added Utility Knife/Patcher value to Albion, Cox, and New- For tooling caulk or chinking, 1" wide. born hand operated barrel guns. To H164-HD45450 $5.27 use with Albion guns, you’ll need a ring cap T017-421-G01 page 33. Simple to use and very effective, Wooster Amber Bravo Chinex Ultra/Pro Ultra/Pro Yachtsman it reaches areas standard nozzles Paint Brush Chart Fong Stainer FTP Extra-Firm Firm (White Bristle) find impossible.Made in the USA. Acrylics, Latex, Exterior Paint ● ● ● T307-BEADBUDDY $9.95 Alkyd & Oil-Based Coatings ● ● ● ● Interior Paint ● ● ● ● Newborn Caulk Guns Low VOCs,Primers, & Fast Drying Paints ● ● The largest caulking gun manufacturer in the America. Stains & Wood Sealers ● ● ● The Newborn guns will work with Albion nozzles. Thick, “Heavy” Coatings ● ● Made in the USA. • Adjustable Thrust Ratio (14:1 or 7:1) Thin, “Light” Coatings ● ● • Patent Pending Gator Trigger Comfort Grip Varnishes & Polyurethanes ● • Rotating Barrel with Lock Wooster is made in the USA • Ring Cap and 3 Cones • Leather Cups Standard with Floating Sausage Cup Wooster Amber Fong • Chamfered Barrel Ends for Easy Cup Installation 2" China Bristle H164-01123-2 $4.60 • #OV-25 Oval Nozzle Included (1/2") 3" China Bristle H164-01123-3 $8.62

Model 624 15" for 24 oz. Bulk and 10 oz. or 20 oz. Sausage. Wooster Bravo Stainer T152-624-GTS $83.15 For oil/water: 43/4" wide H164-WOF5119-4.75 $20.74 Model 632 18" for 32 oz. Bulk and 10 oz. or 20 oz. Sausage. 51" wide H164-WOF5119-5.5 $22.94 T152-632-GTS $88.31 For oil only: 43/4" wide H164-WOF5116-4.75 $20.74 51" wide H164-WOF5116-5.5 $22.94 2-Gallon Paint Mixer Wooster Chinex FTP 21/4" Spiral Blade, 173" hex shaft, fits 3/8" drill. 11" wide H164-WO4410-1.5 $12.93 T241-340 $7.26 3" wide H164-WO4410-3 $18.43

5-gallon Paint Mixer Wooster Ultra/Pro Extra-Firm 4" Spiral Blade, 231/2" hex shaft, fits 3/8" drill. 3" Lindbeck Extra-Firm T241-341 $8.66 H164-W04153-3 $16.93 Wooster Ultra/Pro Firm Flat Mixing Paddle 3" Jaguar Firm H164-WO4173-3 $18.52 Paddle openings reduce resistance. 3" blade fits 1/4" drill 4" Jaguar Firm H164-WO4173-4 $24.87 chuck. 171/2" shaft.T017-162-G03 $16.08 Wooster Yachtsman 1" Foam Brush 3" H164-WOZ1120-3 $10.57 For tooling caulk and chinking. H164-JM828265 $.62 ea. 4" H164-WOZ1120-4 $15.53 Wooster Painter’s Comb 1832 Grout Bag For applying chinking; vinyl. Made in the USA. T035-GROUTBAG $9.35 Used to keep the quality and performance of Wooster paintbrushes. Most effective on brushes immediately after Mini Tooling Kit painting. Break down thick paint residue with its non- Three plastic double-ended tools ranging in width from rusting brass bristles, which can also clean the handle and ferrule without scratching. H164-WO1832 $8.48 1/8" to 1/2". Made in the USA. T017-556-G01 $12.37

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Product Page Clean Up *Coverage Recommended Coats Application Temp. Capture | Cascade 39 W 150-300 | 400-600 2 Capture + 1 Cascade 40-90° F Gary Gray Wood Sealer 45 W 100-200 2 50-75° F Lifeline Accents 39 W 350-800 2 + 1-2 Advance Topcoat 40-90° F Lifeline Advance Topcoat 40 W 600-1000 1-2 40-90° F Lifeline Exterior 40 W 350-800 2 + 1-2 Advance Topcoat 40-90° F Lifeline Ultra-2 41 W 350-800 2 + 1-2 Advance Topcoat 40-90° F Lifeline Ultra-7 Log & Deck 41 W 300-600 1 + 1 Advance Topcoat 40-90° F LifeTime 41 W 160 1 Above 32° F Log-Gevity Stain & Stabilizer | Finish Coat 41 S 100-400 | 100-200 1 Stain & Stabilizer + 1 Finish Coat 40-90° F NatureColor Base Coat | Recoater 42 S 150-300 | 300-500 2 Base + 1 Recoater 50-90° F NatureOne 42 W 160-500 2-3 50-85° F NatureOne Renew 42 W 175-400 1 50-85° F Outlast Q8 Log Oil 42 W 150-300 1 flood coat Above 50°F ProLuxe 1 | 23 Top Coat 43 S 200-350 | 200-500 1 ProLuxe 1 + 2 23 Top Coat 50-90° F ProLuxe Log & Siding 43 S 300-500 2 50-90° F ProLuxe Maintenance 43 S 400-500 1 50-90° F ProLuxe SRD 43 S 150-400 1 50-90° F 160-200 | 200-300 1 Classic 1 + 1 Classic 2 + Sansin Classic 1|2|3 | Naturals Topcoat 44 W 250-350 | 250-350 1 Classic 3 or 1 Top Coat 50-75° F Sansin ENS (Doors & Trim) 44 W 300 1-2 50-75° F Sansin ENS Optimum Clear & Topcoat 44 W 250-400 Top Coat options for ENS 50-75° F Sansin SDF (Siding, Decks, & Fence) 45 W 265 2 50-75° F Sansin Wood Sealer 45 W 100-200 2 50-75° F Transformation Log & Timber 45 S 150-500 2-3 40-90° F Transformation Siding & Trim 45 SW 150-350 2 40-90° F WeatherSeal 46 S 175-325 2 55-90° F Woodguard 46 SW 75-300 1-2 50-95° F WR-5 46 S 200-400 1 50-80° F X-100 Wood Protective Coating 46 SW 100-200 1-2 Above 50°F *Coverage: Rate based on average sq. ft. per gallon (depending on porosity of wood surface). S = SOLVENT W = WATER SW = Water or Solvent (Depends on Elapsed Time) Note: All exterior finishes that are sprayed on need to be back brushed for proper surface penetration. Most Sashco products, Q8 Log Oil, and WeatherSeal are freeze-thaw stable. How Much Log Stain Do I Need?

2. Multiply the Perimeter by the Height of your Windows & Doors? wall =______sq. ft. For Log Walls, add 2' to These areas could be deducted and then added in the height of your walls. (This allows for the cur- for corners, eaves, and other areas, or just assume vature of the logs.) If you have Half-Log Siding, that this will take care of the other areas. If you add only 1' to the height. have wider and longer eaves, you will need to add in or round up the amount of stain needed. Next, the gable ends 3. Multiply the Gable Width by Gable Height. With the square footage you can calculate the This will give you the total for both of the gables total amount of stain used by dividing the area by on your house. Gable Ends =______sq. ft. the number of sq. ft. per gallon that the specific stain, finish, or coating will cover. These rates will Add it all up vary depending on moisture content, wood spe- Add the total from lines 2 & 3 =______sq. ft. cies, and the surface quality of the wood (rough or smooth). It is best to factor the lower sq. ft. This area is for the exterior. If you want the total rate of stain for new construction and the higher First, figure the walls for both exterior and interior, double the amount. rate if there was a previous finish applied. To calculate the total interior area, you’ll need to 1. Measure the outside perimeter of your house add the ceiling and individual interior walls. (the distance around your house). Use our on-line calculators Perimeter =______feet. www.loghelp.com

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Considerations When Purchasing A Finish: Mildew-X A mildewcide paint additive 1. Are your logs green or dry? (19% or less moisture for finishes that are made for the log home. Try to designed to prevent mold and content is considered dry.) find a house in your area that has the finish you are mildew from growing on the dried 2. Does your house have large eaves (3' or more), or are looking for if possible. film of interior and exterior sur- there lots of trees protecting the walls from the sun? faces. Mixes with most latex paints 3. Is your house sitting in the open or at high altitudes Beware of 7-10 year warranties by some com- and stains, Mildew-X effectively controls with the sun beating on it all day? panies. How many coats of finish do you need mildew for up to 3 years. Mildew-X will not 4. Is a high amount of humidity present in your area? to apply to get the 7-10 year finish life? Does the affect the color or drying time of coating it is finish penetrate into the wood or lay on the surface, mixed with and is stable in coating for up to 6 These are questions that should be asked of you making it susceptible to peeling and cracking? months. Does NOT contain any VOC's and when purchasing a finish for your log house. All freezing is not a problem. Made in the USA. finishes are not of the same makeup or formula- Remember that wood was a living organism and 1.66 oz. Treats 1 gal. H058-78298-1GAL $3.99 tion and there is probably one best suited for your the cells react not much differently than human 8.3 oz. Treats 5 gal. H058-78299-5GAL $19.99 conditions that will last at least 3-5 years. skin. The finish should “breathe” to prevent a build-up of moisture under the finish. The When purchasing a log home, most owners are surface needs to be protected as when you apply a PaintCare Charges Apply To Paints, aware that there will be some maintenance, but sunscreen on your skin. Sunscreens with high UV Primers, Stains, & Finishes having to redo a finish every 1-2 years is not inhibitors protect your skin better and the same is See Page 3 For Details something anybody wants to have to do. Look true with log home stains. (LifeTime, Outlast Q8, & Woodguard are exempt)

Get The Most From Your Log Finish

● If bare wood is shiny, a Milling Glaze could ● Apply the recommended number of coats to ● If spraying the finish, back-brush to ensure a exist; this could prevent absorption. Sand or increase UV protection. uniform finish and proper adhesion. pressure wash before applying finish. ● Apply finish when the wood surface temps are ● Apply a new coat before the previous coat is ● If you plan to use a preservative, apply it first, between 45°- 90° F (and overnight temps are totally broken down by the weather. then apply the finish. above 32° F). Surface temps below or above this range can affect cure time, hinder adhesion, ● Caulk large, upward-facing checks so water ● Clean the logs of dirt, oil, & bark, which can and shorten the life of the finish. (Check the is not absorbed into the wood. Moisture will reduce absorption and shorten the finish’s life. Manufacturer’s recommendation.) Wind and interfere with the adhesion of the finish and direct sunlight can also dry a finish too quickly, will help rot to develope. ● Use a pigmented finish for added sunscreen. causing adhesion problems.

Interior Log Home Finishes

Brand Page Clean Up *Coverage Recommended Coats Application Temp. Capture 39 W 150-300 1 Capture + 1-2 Symphony 40-90° F IWF Interior Wood Stain 39 S 200-400 1 50-80° F Lifeline Accents 39 W 350-800 2 40-90° F Lifeline Acrylic 40 W 350-900 1+, depending on desired film thickness 40-90° F Lifeline Interior 40 W 350-800 2 40-90° F Lifeline Sure Shine 40 W 600-900 1+, depending on desired film thickness 40-90° F PolySeal Walls, Woodwork, & Floors 42 W 250-400 2-3 (Floors 4) 65-80° F Sansin Purity Floor 44 W 400-500 2-3 50-75° F Sansin Purity Interior 44 W 300-500 2-3 50-75° F Symphony 45 SW 200-500 2-3 50-90° F *Coverage: Rate based on average sq. ft. per gallon (depending on porosity of wood surface). S = SOLVENT W = WATER SW = Water or Solvent (Depends on Elapsed Time) Note: All finishes that are sprayed on need to be back brushed for proper surface penetration. Most Sashco log home products are freeze-thaw stable.

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Brand Page Clean Up *Coverage Recommended Coats Application Temperature Lifelife Ultra-7 41 W 300-400 1 40-90° F LifeTime 41 W 160 1 Above 32° F NatureBlend Deck 41 W Up to 300 1 50-80° F NatureColor Base 42 S 165-300 1-2 50-90° F Outlast Q8 Log Oil 42 W 150-300 1 flood coat Above 50° F ProLuxe Premium Deck 43 S 350-450 2 (1st coat on all 6 sides) 50-90° F ProLuxe SRD 43 S 100-300 1 50-95° F Sansin Dec 44 W 150-300 2 50-75° F Sansin SDF 45 W 330 1-2 50-75° F Sansin Wood Sealer | Gary Gray 45 W 100-200 2 50-75° F Transformation Siding & Trim 45 SW 150-350 1-2 40-90° F WeatherSeal 46 S 175-325 1-2 55-90° F WR-5 46 S 200-400 1-3 50-80° F X-100 Deck Stain 46 SW 200-400 1-2 Above 50° F *Coverage: Rate based on average sq. ft. per gallon (depending on porosity of wood surface). S = SOLVENT W = WATER SW = Water or Solvent (Depends on Elapsed Time) Note: Exterior finishes that are sprayed on need to be back brushed for proper surface penetration. Notes On Decks:

• Most log home stains and ProLuxe, Transformation, WeatherSeal, three months to one year before to application. All wood rots when finishes are too soft for decks. WR-5, or X-100 Deck Stain. staining. This allows the wood to conditions are right. Choose a deck finish. thoroughly dry. It will also give a Sansin Classic 123 44 W 100-200 2 + 1 Clear UV 60° F to 80° F • Walking traffic, direct sun, stand- truer color to the stain that you’ve • Railings are high maintenance; • Clear finishes have a much short- ing water, and snow make decks selected. You can stain pressure- watch the tops for sunburning and er life than pigmented finishes. higher maintenance than walls. treated wood right away if you are water-catching depressions. using Outlast Q8 Log Oil. Be sure • Contrasting the colors of deck • Inspect the area where the deck to pressure wash the deck before • Be careful of cedar railings that and house can be as attractive meets the log walls. This area can applying any stain. This will pro- were strip peeled. Strip peeling as trying to match colors - e.g. be a problem for wood rot. Water vide a good clean surface for the (removing the bark without using light honey colored house, dark runs down the deck to the log wall. stain to adhere to. a drawknife) can leave a thin layer honey colored deck. Flashing will solve this problem called the cambium that will peel where the deck meets the wall. • Cedar decks stand up better to off prematurely, making it appear • If matching the house to the deck the weather, but they need a water- that the stain is peeling. Also, the is a concern, consider LifeTime, • Pressure-treated decks can be repellent, pigmented finish. Some closed pores can repel the stain’s Perma-Chink, Sansin, Q8 Log Oil, stained. For most finishes wait stains require a light sanding prior ability to adhere.

Furniture Finishes - Outdoor

Brand Page Clean Up *Coverage Recommended Coats Application Temperature Lifeline Finishes 39-41 W 100-800 1+ 40-90° F LifeTime 41 W 160 1 Above 32° F NatureBlend Deck 41 W Up to 300 1 50-80° F NatureColor Base 42 S 165-350 1-2 50-90° F ProLuxe 1 | ProLuxe SRD 43 S 200-350 | 250-400 2 | 1 50-90° F Sansin ENS 44 W 300 1 50-75° F Sansin SDF 45 W 330 1-2 50-75° F Sansin Wood Sealer | Gary Gray 45 W 100-200 2 50-75° F WeatherSeal 46 S 275-325 2 55-90° F WR-5 46 S 200-400 1-2 50-80° F *Coverage: Rate based on average sq. ft. per gallon (depending on porosity of wood surface). S = SOLVENT W = WATER SW = Water or Solvent (Depends on Elapsed Time)

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Brand Page Clean Up *Coverage Recommended Coats Application Temp. LifeTime 41 W 160 1 Above 32° F Outlast Q8 Log Oil 42 W 150-300 1 Above 50° F Sansin Wood Sealer | Gary Gray 45 W 100-200 1 flood coat over bare wood 50-75° F Woodguard 46 SW 75-100 1-2 50-95° F WR-5 46 S 200-400 1 50-80° F X-100 Wood Protective Coating 46 SW 75-150 1-2 Above 50° F *Coverage: Rate based on average sq. ft. per gallon (depending on porosity of wood surface). S = SOLVENT W = WATER SW = Water or Solvent (Depends on Elapsed Time) Log Home Finishes

Capture Log Stain IWF Series Interior Wood Finishes SALE! An extremely effective, attractive, semi-transparent stain Available in two deep-penetrating formulas: Alkyd (IWF- that is followed by a weather-repellent topcoat, Cascade. A) & Polyurethane (IWF-P) based resin wood finishes. For Capture and Cascade work together. Modest sheen gives those looking for the basic oiled look. Application Temp: “depth” to the appearance of logs (when used with the 50-80° F. Do Not Freeze. Coverage: Approx. 200-400 sq. ft. Cascade clear topcoat). It is highly elastic and its flex- per gal. Cleanup: Mineral spirits. Made in the USA. ibility permits the bridging of small cracks in the surface Prohibited in: AZ (Maricopa County), Canada, CA, CT, DC, DE, IL, of the wood and provides an elastic shield for the underlying wood. Two IN, MA, ME, MD, NJ, NH, NY, OH, PA, RI, VA, & VT. heavy coats are recommended, especially for Autumn Aspen, Bronze Pine, Color 1 gal. 5 gal. Natural, Wheat, and other light colors. Capture also works well by itself Clear $60.00 $285.00 as a one-coat interior stain or can be top-coated with Symphony. Note: Capture and Cascade are compatible with Tim-bor, Conceal, Log Builder, Honey $62.50 $295.00 and Log Jam. Application Temp: 40-90° F. Coverage: 150-300 sq. ft. per gal., depending on surface roughness. Cleanup: Soap & Water. Shelf Life: 3 to ensure color -Just ask For a sample! years. Freeze-thaw stable. Made in the USA. Lifeline Accents An inspired collection of two-coat transparent stains create a wonderful accent for wood trim, millwork, Ask Us About Flex Tint jobsite stain tinting system timber, furniture and other wood elements. For exterior, for Capture & Transformation Log & Timber! apply 2 coats followed by a topcoat of Lifeline Advance. For interior, apply 1-2 coats with a topcoat of Lifeline Acrylic or Sure Shine. Application Temp: 40-90° F. Coverage: 1st coat: 350-450 sq. ft. per gal. 2nd coat: 600-800 sq. ft. per gal. Cleanup: Soap & water. Shelf Life: 3 years. Made in the USA. Special Order - Nonreturnable. utumn spen rone ine Cestnut aenut

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Cinnabar spresso erreen ern orest Cascade Clear topCoat A heavy topcoat of SALE! Cascade must be applied over Capture exterior. This clear, water-based protective topcoat is heavily loaded with biocides and UV inhibitors to help prevent mildew and block damag- ing ultraviolet light. Not for use on bare wood. Lab and field tests have proven the Capture System (Capture plus Cascade) arnet ade idnit eport iked Wite to have superb resistance to chalking, fading, cracking, peel- ing, and loss of overall appearance. Application Temp: 40-90° F. Coverage: 400- 1 gal. Exterior $79.16 Shelf Life: 600 sq. ft. per gal., depending on surface roughness. 3 years. Matte 1 gal. Interior $72.11 must not freeze. Semigloss is freeze-thaw stable. Made in the USA. 1 gal. MSRP $76.99 Matte or Semigloss $69.29 Sand Sprue mber 5 gal. MSRP $349.99 Matte or Semigloss $314.99

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Lifeline Exterior Klean-Strip A semi-transparent finish that shades and highlights wood’s Odorless Mineral Spirits natural beauty. Lifeline Exterior provides a weather-resistant A premium, highly refined solvent formula which polymer film that allows logs to breathe and dry. This is effectively thins and blends well into oil-based especially important when staining green or partially dried paint, stain, and varnish. It is very low odor and logs. Lifeline Exterior’s ease of application makes it the dries with no residue and is an excellent cleaner perfect choice for the do-it-yourself log homeowner. Apply by brush, pad, for brushes and equipment. Note: this prod- or spray. For best results apply 2 coats with an airless sprayer and back- uct can only be shipped by FedEx Ground. If brush. Then apply Lifeline Advance immediately after Lifeline Exterior is multiple gallons are purchased, they must ship dry or wait no more than 12 months to apply Lifeline Advance. For extra in separate boxes. Cannot be sold or shipped to UV protection add UV Boost - a concentrated water-based liquid stain California. 1 gal. H164-BCGKSP94214 $8.96 additive for the first coat of stain. Highly pigmented stains last longer in intense sunlight. Application Temp: 40-90° F. Coverage: 350-800 sq. ft. per gal. Cleanup: Soap & Water. Shelf Life: 3 years. Made in the USA.

Lifeline Acrylic A furniture grade clear coat for interior use. It forms an attractive and durable protective film that adds depth to the finish and makes cleaning wood surfaces a breeze. It utternut Cinnamon ark oney ark atura ritood entry ray can be applied over Lifeline Interior, Lifeline Accents, Prelude, or directly on bare wood. Lifeline Acrylic is water- borne, so it can provide the toughness, clarity and dura- 1 gal. 5 gal. bility of polyurethane - without the mess or offensive odor. Its special aenut Stone ray Wanut $66.62 $295.21 formula is a delight to work with and simply glides onto the wood. Apply one to multiple coats depending on desired film thickness.Application Temp: 40-90° F. Coverage: 450-800 sq. ft. per gal. over Lifeline Interior, Lifeline Interior Lifeline Accents, or Prelude. 700-900 sq. ft. per gal. on subsequent coats. Enhances the natural beauty and grain of interior log walls Cleanup: Soap & water. Shelf Life: 3 years. Made in the USA. and ceilings. Provides a breathable yet tough film finish that is easily washed, cleaned, and dusted. Reduces absorption Sheen 1 gal. 5 gal. of normal household odors into the wood. Non-flammable Gloss or Satin $87.26 $365.75 and virtually odorless. Will not yellow and lets the natural look and beauty of wood show through. You may also use Lifeline Advance Clear Topcoat Lifeline Interior as a stain and sealer before the application of Acrylic Gloss or Satin. Application Temp: 40-90° F. Coverage: 350-800 sq. ft. per The second component in Lifeline Exterior, Ultra-7, and gal. Cleanup: Soap & Water. Shelf Life: 3 year. Made in the USA. Ultra-2. It works just like the clear-coat on your car to protect the color coat underneath. It extends the life of the Lifeline finish system while adding depth and highlights to the appearance. Tip: Add and extra measure of protection utternut Cinnamon Cear ark oney ark atura ritood against surface mold by adding Mildew-X to the final topcoat. Be aware utternut Cinnamon Cear ark oney ark atura ritood that it reduces transparency and gloss of Advance Gloss by about 30%. Do not apply Advance to decks, handrails and other horizontal surfaces. Did You Know? Gloss has proven to provide the best performance over Satin. Application Temp: 40-90° F. Coverage: 600-1000 sq. ft. per gal. entry ray aenut it oney it atura Stone ray Wanut Cleanup: Soap & water. Shelf Life: 1 year. Made in the USA. entry ray aenut 1it gal. oney it5 gal. atura Stone ray Wanut Sheen 1 gal. 5 gal. $55.39 $242.18 Gloss or Satin $85.69 $376.20 Lifeline Sure Shine Lifeline Prelude Clear Primer A premium polyurethane finish specifically designed for One coat fills wood pores and provides a surface that wood floors, cabinets, walls and other wood surfaces where enables you to obtain a more uniform finish color over the a clear, durable, scuff-resistant finish is desired. Non-flam- entire home. Contains UV Boost for additional UV protec- mable, has little odor, and resists yellowing. With its fast tion. Prelude is a primer and should never be used as a final drying water-based formula, multiple coats can be applied finish. Use with Perma-Chink finishes.Application Temp: in a single day. Resists scuffing and abrasion and prevents discoloration 40-90° F. Coverage: 300-400 sq. ft. per gal. Cleanup: Soap from water and most household chemicals and cleaners. May be applied & Water. Shelf Life: 3 years. Made in the USA. over previously stained or finished floors and woodwork. However, before 1 gal. 5 gal. coating, test the performance of Sure Shine in a small, inconspicuous area Application Temp: Coverage: $52.77 $216.32 such as a closet. 40-90° F. 600-900 sq. ft. Cleanup: Soap & Water. Shelf Life: 3 years. Made in the USA. Drop-Ships from the Manufacturer are 1 gal. 5 gal. subject to Additional charges $103.46 $406.51

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Lifeline Ultra-2 Wood Stain A two coat eco-friendly advanced waterborne formula enriches Log-Gevity™ Log Stain & Stabilizer the look of natural wood grain and protects against UV rays. Designed as the first step for vertical wood surfaces. Pro- A protective clear coat of Lifeline Advance adds depth and tects logs from UVs, water intrusion, and ultimate wood clarity to the wood. Lifeline Ultra-2 is covered by a 5 year degradation by integrating metallic UV inhibitors, zinc limited warranty. Application Temp: 40-90° F. Avoid applying borates, and water repellents within its formula. It extends in direct sun. Coverage: 1st coat: 350-450 sq. ft. per gal. 2nd coat: 600-800 color fastness while addressing certain harsh elevation and sq. ft. per gal. Cleanup: Soap & Water. Shelf Life: 3 years. Made in the USA. climate conditions. This is achieved by isolating certain solvent-borne wood stabilizing ingredients. These ingredients enable it to penetrate the wood to deeper levels, enabling the colorant to migrate further in the wood, which ultimately extends the life of the finish. Log Stain &

utumn od rone utternut Cedar Cestnut ark oney ark atura ritood Stabilizer stabilizes the wood, protecting the second semi-transparent coat. Application: Apply above 50° F. Coverage: 100-400 sq. ft. per gal. Cleanup: Soap and water or mineral spirits. Made in the USA. 1 gal. 5 gal. entry ray aenut atura ak Seuoia Stone ray Wanut Weat $68.85 $335.74 1 gal. 5 gal. $98.23 $416.96

Lifeline Ultra-7 Log & Deck Stain Cabin Brown Cedar Tone Cedar Tone Dark Taupe Golden Redwood Warm Brown Gold Honey Redwood A one coat low VOC exterior log and wood stain. Ultra-7 contains a state-of-the-art resin that creates a tough, flex- Cabin Gray, Chamois, Coco, Dove Gray, Forest Green, Historic Green, Pickle White, Stone Hedge, Taupe, Terra Cotta, Weathered Creosote, Weathered Gray. ible seal. It’s so durable that it is covered by a 5-year limited warranty. The water-resistant film breathes to allow trapped Log-Gevity™ Log Finish Coat moisture to evaporate. For Vertical surfaces – After it has dried, one coat of Lifeline Advance Clear Exterior Topcoat should be applied to The second step for use on vertical wood surfaces. It add depth and extend the life of the finish.For Horizontal surfaces – Just consists of several essential wood protecting ingredients one coat of Ultra-7. Application Temp: 40-90° F. Coverage: 300-400 sq. ft. blended to generate a strong adhesive bond with Log Stain per gallon. Cleanup: Soap & Water. Shelf Life: 3 years. Made in the USA. & Stabilizer and reinforce the UV and moisture inhibiting attributes which maintain and protect the life of the finish. Provides an aesthetically appealing, natural-looking, rich, warm glow commonly associated with natural wood finishes. Unlike many film- forming finishes, it is breathable and will not crack or peel.Application: mond rone Carme Cedar Cestnut ak Smoke Apply above 50° F (3-5 years after coating with Log Stain & Stabilizer). Coverage: 100-200 sq. ft. per gal. Cleanup: Soap and water or mineral 1 gal. 5 gal. spirits. Colors: The same as Log Stain & Stabilizer.Made in the USA. $103.19 $437.86 1 gal. 5 gal. SALE! $71.17 $347.34 LifeTime Wood Treatment A low-maintenance finish that gives a silver patina color. Pigment from your local hardware store may be added SALE! NatureBlend Deck to give some color. (When using pigment, more main- Structures Wood Care® One-Step Deck is created from the tenance will be required.) LifeTime goes on in one easy latest technology available for exterior coatings. This tech- application by brush, roller, or spray. (It must be completely dissolved in warm nology surrounds oil molecules with water molecules. So water before spraying.) Initial color ranges from gray to light or olive brown, what does that mean? With this formulation, everyone gets depending on wood species, but matures to a silver patina. For all outdoor the benefits of soap and water cleanup along with V.O.C. wood, it is nontoxic, environmentally friendly, and made from naturally compliancy. Additionally, you get the drying and penetration characteristics occurring plants and minerals. Comes in powdered form, making storage of an oil; all in a one-coat application! Use on decks, railings, fences, docks, Coverage: Cleanup: and shipping easy. 125-167 sq. ft. per gal. Soap & water. gazebos, and outdoor wood furniture. NatureBlend™ Deck is a mildew resis- Notes: Do not use with borate products like PeneTreat or Tim-bor. LifeTime tant, water repellent coating for treated and untreated wood. These beautiful, will turn the heartwood of Redwood and Hemlock very dark, possibly black. semi-transparent colors will help protect your wood against moisture, crack- Mix in a plastic pail, not metal. When applying, cover to protect aluminum and ing, warping, splintering, and discoloration. Application Temp: 50-80˚ F. metal cladding and rain gutters. To mix the 100 gram bag by the gallon, use 4 Coverage: Up to 300 sq. ft. per gallon. tsp to 1 gallon of water. Not an EPA registered wood preservative. For water Cleanup: Soap & water. Do Not Freeze. repellency, coat with Sansin Wood Sealer or WR-5 Clear. Made in Canada. Made in the USA. LifeTime On Sale - Take An Additional 10% Off April Through October! 1 gal. $42.00 Rustic Rustic Rustic 10% Off The Month of April! 20 gram bag - Makes 1.2 US gal. (1 Imperial gal.) $18.95 $17.06 Natural Cedar Brown 100 gram bag - Makes 6 US gal. (5 Imperial gal.) $85.75 $77.17

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SALE! NatureColor® NatureOne® RENEW Base Coat & Recoater SALE! A maintenance coat for going over existing NatureColor or A durable translucent satin exterior wood finish. NatureOne only (must be in good condition though). Not Its advanced oil alkyd resin formulation is com- for fences or horizontal surfaces such as decks, railings or bined with micronized ultraviolet reflecting iron outdoor furniture. Application Temp: 50-80° F. Coverage: oxide pigments and ultraviolet absorbers allowing 175-400 sq. ft. per gal. Cleanup: Soap & water. Shelf Life: beautiful grain definition, and UV protection. 5 years. Do Not Freeze. Made in the USA. Made in the USA. 1 gal. P201-SS3000000 $106.00 $103.00 5 gal. P201-SS3500000 $516.00 $490.00 Base Coat: For exterior vertical surfaces as the 1st & 2nd coat of a recom- mended three coat system. It can also be used alone as a one or two coat Outlast Q8 Log Oil® application on decks, docks, railings and other weather-exposed horizontal SALE! surfaces. Apply two coats on outdoor wood furniture and fences. EPA registered exterior wood preservative designed to control mold, termites, and powder post Recoater: For vertical surfaces as a topcoat over Base Coat. For optimum beetles in log homes and wood siding. Provides unsur- performance all three coats should be applied within one month. Recoater passed water repellency with one coat. Totally non-film can be applied within one year of Base Coat applications. (Surface prepa- forming exterior treatment will never crack or peel. The ration must be followed if four weeks time has lapsed between coats). trans-oxide pigment system provides excellent UV con- Recoater is also used as a subsequent single application maintenance coat trol to slow down graying of the wood and provide fade to sustain a new wood appearance. resistant color. It soaks into the wood to protect the surface and deep in the wood cell structure. Offers unique flexibility in terms of application Application Temp: 50-90° F. Coverage: Base Coat 150-300 sq. ft. temperature ranges, log moisture content, per gallon. Recoater 300-500 sq. ft. per gallon. and delivery method. Meets nationwide Cleanup: Mineral Spirits. Shelf Life: 5 years. VOC requirements. Freeze/Thaw Stable - extended shelf life. Application Temp: 50° F+, best applied on very hot, dry days. Coverage: 150-300 sq. ft. per gallon for new wood. Under applica- tion is the primary cause of short treat- Base Coat Recoater ment life. Easy to apply one coat coverage All Colors Lodge Brown & Mahogany not available in 5 gal. - low pressure spray, brush, or roll - low- pressure spray to refusal. No lap marks or 1 gal. 5 gal. 1 gal. 5 gal. brush marks. Simple recoat: no stripping $76.00 $74.00 $356.00 $347.00 $82.50 $80.00 $390.00 $378.00 required, no cob blasting, sanding, or sand- Prohibited in: AZ (Maricopa County), Canada, CA, CT, DC, DE, IL, IN, MA, ME, MD, NJ, NH, NY, OH, blasting needed for re-coats. Cleanup: Soap PA, RI, VT, and the North East corner of Virginia: Counties: Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince Wil- liam, Spotsylvania, and StaffordCities: Alexandria, Fairfax, Falls Church, Fredericksburg city, Manassas & water. Made in the USA. & Manassas Park. 1 gal. $72.25 5 gal. $299.00 $269.10 Now Available in Clear! SALE! NatureOne® Cannot be sold or shipped to Canada A durable translucent exterior wood coating that com- bines 100% acrylic resin technology and transparent iron PolySeal Walls, Woodwork, & Floors oxides. The result is a premium coating with advanced An excellent water-based transparent varnish for all UV protection with a beautiful luster and clarity of the interior bare wood surfaces. With a combination of hard wood grain. The formulation is naturally breathable, wearing polyurethane and acrylic resins and a higher level fungi resistant, color stable, and has excellent adhesion. of solids, PolySeal cures harder and tougher, requiring No harsh odors and low VOC make this applicator and environmentally fewer coats to achieve an elegant appearance than the friendly. A three coat application builds a finish protection system for majority of its water-based counterparts. Its thicker body makes it easier your wood sided or log home which is easily maintained with a single to apply and its very low odor and fumes makes it much more pleasant to Application Temp: reapplication coat every 2 to 5 years. 50-80° F. work with. Clear is available in both satin and gloss. Colors are available Coverage: Cleanup: Shelf Life: 160-500 sq. ft. per gal. Soap & water. 5 only in satin. For full performance and appearance value, a minimum of 2 years. Do Not Freeze. Made in the USA. and preferably 3 coats for log walls and paneling, 4 coats for wood floors is recommended. Application Temp: 65-80° F. Coverage: 250-400 sq. ft. per gal. Cleanup: Soap & water. Made in the USA.

1 gal. 5 gal. $106.00 $103.00 $516.00 $490.00 1 gal. 5 gal. See New Products Added Throughout The Year! $73.77 $352.00 www.loghelp.com 42 To order call toll free: 1-800-359-6614 Log Home Finishes

ProLuxe 1 Primary Coat RE ProLuxe Log & Siding A premium, translucent, exterior wood basecoat for 23 A high performance, translucent, satin finish for vertical Top Coat. Used as the first coat for the 3-coat system. surfaces. This alkyd high solids formulation offers opti- May also be used on its own as a 2-coat system for mum protection and a premium look in just two coats. Its outdoor wood furniture and fences. Application Temp: two coat finish creates a protective film which gives siding 50-90˚F. Coverage: 200-350 sq. ft. per gal. Cleanup: and logs a premium furniture look while still allowing Mineral spirits. Shelf Life: 3 years minimum. Storage: Do Not Store all the natural character and grain of the wood to show Above 100°F. Freeze-thaw Stable. Made in the USA. through. ProLuxe Log & Siding creates a durable surface barrier to prevent wood from weathering. Application Temp: 50-90˚ F. 1 gal. 5 gal. Coverage: 175-450 sq. ft. per gal. Cleanup: Mineral spirits. Storage: Do Not $68.76 $343.61 Store Above 100°F. Freeze-thaw Stable. Made in the USA.

Butternut Cedar Dark Oak Natural Natural Oak Teak Butternut Cedar Dark Oak Mahogany 1 gal. 5 gal. Dark Oak & Mahogany $84.65 $423.08 Are Only Available In 1 Gallon Pails. Color swatches are approximated, Natural Natural Oak Teak to ensure color -Just ask For a sample!

ProLuxe 23 Top Coat RE ProLuxe Maintenance RE A translucent, satin finish topcoat based on a propri- A clear, non-pigmented exterior satin finish to be used etary resin that incorporates UV absorbers (absorbing exclusively over existing ProLuxe 23 Top Coat or Pro- UV rays) and transparent iron oxide pigments (screen Luxe Log & Siding as a maintenance coat. Provides a UV rays), which provide a protective coating and natu- non-darkening maintenance coat for vertical surfaces, ral finish for exterior wood. Use 2 coats of 23 Top Coat where the surface is in good condition and has been AFTER 1 coat of ProLuxe 1 Primary Coat as the protective top- maintained according to guidelines. With a single ap- coat. Application Temp: 50-90˚ F. Coverage: 200-350 sq. ft. per gal. plication, the wood will retain the same look and color, Cleanup: Mineral spirits. Shelf Life: 3 years minimum. Storage: Do and minimize blistering and cracking due to expansion and contracting of Not Store Above 100°F. Freeze-thaw Stable. Made in the USA. wood through normal weathering. Application Temp: 50-90˚ F. Coverage: 400-500 sq. ft. per gal. Cleanup: Mineral spirits. Storage: Do Not Store 1 gal. 5 gal. Above 100°F. Freeze-thaw Stable. Made in the USA. $73.07 $365.12 1 gal. 5 gal. $89.83 $446.55 ProLuxe Premium DeCk A luxurious transparent satin finish for exterior decks ProLuxe SRD RE that extends the look and feel of hardwood flooring to A one-coat, transparent, exterior matte wood finish based exterior living spaces. 1st coat must be applied on all six on a special oil and alkyd resin combination. The product sides of lumber. Benefits are: uses a transparent iron-oxide pigmentation to provide an • High-solids alkyd-oil formula, two-coat application ultraviolet screen for the wood. SRD is for wall shakes, • High-transparency transoxide pigments amplify depth of shingles, siding, and decks. Highly transparent; ensures color, clarity and substrate protection optimum visibility of the grain. It is non-film building • Powerful UV absorbers protect color and wood substrate and contains fungicide to provide protection against • High-performance resin technology resists cracking & peeling surface mold growth. Application Temp: 50-90˚ F. Coverage: 150-400 sq. • Water-repellent and mildew-resistant ft. per gal. Cleanup: Mineral spirits. Shelf Life: 5 years. Storage: Do Not • Resistant to marring from deck furniture Store Above 100°F. Freeze-thaw Stable. Made in the USA. Application Temp: 50-90˚ F. Coverage: 350-450 sq. ft. per gal. Cleanup: Mineral spirits. Shelf Life: 3 years minimum. Storage: Do Not Store Above 100°F. Freeze-thaw Stable. Made in the USA. Butternut Cedar Dark Oak Mahogany

Cedar Mahogany Natural Natural Oak

1 gal. 5 gal. Natural Natural Oak Teak $79.51 $397.43 1 gal. 5 gal. $45.13 $225.51 Order Online! 43 Log Home Finishes

Sansin Classic 123 & TopCoat Ask Us About Sansin Foundation This time-proven three coat water borne natural oil finish as a Base Coat for Classic & SDF! penetrates deeply and bonds with the wood cells to create long lasting and easily maintained protection. Designed for Sansin ENS is an environmentally-friendly vertical wood surfaces, offering protection for: log homes, highly durable glossy two-coat wood finish, designed siding, fences, old and new wood. The unique benefit of for exterior vertical surfaces, siding, timber, furniture, Sansin Classic is its ability to penetrate wood of variable windows, and doors. It is exceptionally UV resistant, moisture content (moisture over 19%), providing effective UV and weather washable, low in VOC’s, and non-flammable. For protection while allowing the wood to breathe. Made in Canada. increased protection use SDF or Classic for the first coat. Application Temp: 50-75° F. Coverage: 300 sq. ft. For Natural Wood Tones - A Three Coat System: per gal. Cleanup: Soap & water. Do Not Freeze. Made in Canada. Sansin Classic 1 is the first coat when natural wood tones are desired. For Same Colors as Sansin Classic - Mixed to Order - Nonreturnable Sansin Foundation Classic clear, light wood tones, use as the first coat. Sansin ENS 1 gal. 5 gal. Sansin Classic 2 is the second coat. Sansin Classic 2 Natural color formula Colors $109.09 $501.81 Sansin Foundation Classic may be reduced by up to half when is used as Other custom order colors available - ask for a color card. the first coat. Sansin ENS Naturals Top Coat Sansin Classic 3 is the final coat. is highly resistant to wear, Maintenance: Use Classic 3 colored or Classic Naturals Topcoat for long doesn’t discolor over time, and enhances the UV protection – and beauty – of term protection and beauty. Note: Classic Naturals Top Coat is very your existing Sansin ENS naturals finish. Before application, ensure that the thick and should be mixed with a paddle mixer for best results. existing base coat has adequate pigmentation, especially when applying as a maintenance coat. Application Temp: 50-75° F. Coverage: 250-400 sq. ft. per Application Temp: 50-75° F. Coverage (sq. ft. per gal): Classic 1: 160-200, gallon. Cleanup: Soap & water. Do Not Freeze. Made in Canada. Classic 2: 200-300, Classic 3: 250-350, & Naturals Topcoat: 100-200. 1 gal. P200-0640-1GAL $110.03 5 gal. P200-5902-5GAL $506.15 Cleanup: Soap & water. Store between 50-86° F. Do Not Freeze. Sansin ENS Optimum Clear is engineered as a performance- Sansin Classic Colors Are Mixed to Order - Nonreturnable enhancing top coat for ENS, and as a long-lasting maintenance coat. Highly resistant to wear, it doesn’t discolor over time, and enhances the natural UV protection of ENS. Add ENS base coat colors to Optimum Clear for use as a maintenance coat or to dilute colors. Always consider base coat color Autumn Gold Camel Canyon Red Champagne concentration to ensure adequate pigmentation to protect the substrate. Application Temp: 50-75° F. Coverage: 250-400 sq. ft. per gallon. Cleanup: Soap & water. Do Not Freeze. Made in Canada. Clear Gloss: 1 gal. P200-5901-1GAL $111.04 5 gal. P200-5901-5GAL $510.77 Clear Satin: 1 gal. P200-5900-1GAL $111.04 5 gal. P200-5900-5GAL $510.77 Espresso Golden Wheat Harvest Gold Light Honey

Sansin Purity Floor - with 2-3 coats it amplifies the natural tones and character of your wood floors. Durable, chemical- and scratch- Monterey Red Natural Cedar Pine Suede resistant, it protects wood surfaces, including softwoods like pine. It levels extremely well, builds protection quickly, and dries to a perfectly even, Sansin Classic 1 gal. 5 gal. glass-like finish.Application Temp: 50-75° F. Coverage: 400-500 sq. ft. per Classic Naturals Topcoat $63.78 $293.37 gallon. Cleanup: Soap & water. Do Not Freeze. Made in Canada. Classic 1 $53.71 $247.07 Purity Floor 1 gal. 5 gal. Classic 2 & 3 $72.45 $333.25 Clear Gloss or Satin $119.25 $548.62 Other custom order colors available - ask for a color card. Sansin Purity Interior Sansin Dec A low VOC, low odor, water-borne wood finish that enhances the wood’s natural character. A two coat durable finish for decks, docks, and balconies. Clear minimizes the yellowing of the wood like pine, while The modified natural oils penetrate deep into the wood with maintaining a slight tan finish. the kind of variable moisture content frequently found in Glacier remains completely clear in color and transparency decks. Though high in solids, it does not leave a thick film and will not yellow over time. DO NOT SHAKE. Stir on the surface but remains breathable and easy to maintain. Glacier well before and during use. Do not use Glacier over products like Provides excellent UV and weather protection and will not Sansin Classic or SDF. Application Temp: 50-75° F. Coverage: 300-500 sq. crack, peel, or blister. Application Temp: 50-75° F. Coverage: 150-300 sq. ft. ft. per gallon per application depending upon type of surface. Cleanup: per gal. Cleanup: Soap & water. Do Not Freeze. Made in Canada. Soap & water. Do Not Freeze. Made in Canada. Same Colors as Sansin Classic - Mixed to Order - Nonreturnable Sansin Purity Interior 1 gal. 5 gal. Sansin DEC 1 gal. 5 gal. Clear - Gloss, Low Luster, & Satin $96.19 $442.49 Colors $74.91 $344.59 Glacier - Gloss, Low Luster, & Satin $75.34 $346.58 Other custom order colors available - ask for a color card. 44 To order call toll free: 1-800-359-6614 Log Home Finishes

Sansin SDF Looking for Sikkens? See Proluxe on page 43 Specifically engineered to protect log homes, siding, decks, and wooden fences with a one-coat penetrating formula. SALE! Transformation Log & Timber SDF’s provides outstanding weather and UV protection Sashco’s high-performance oil-based finish that’s resto- and can be applied to wood with high moisture content. ration tested for compatibility over many stains, mak- SDF will not crack, peel, or blister. Apply a flood coat to ing it the go-to product for the toughest restoration the point of maximum absorption and always back-brush. jobs. Transformation Log & Timber provides a solid For additional protection, another coat may be applied. SDF may also be foundation of protection that can reduce the frequency used as a penetrating primer coat for Sansin ENS. Sheen: Flat, low luster. of future maintenance, saving you precious time and Application Temp: 50-75° F. Coverage: 330 sq. ft. per gallon. Cleanup: Soap hard-earned money. 3 coats are required for Natural; 2 coats are required & water. Store between 50°F-86°F. Do Not Freeze. Made in Canada. for other colors. Gloss sheen. Application Temp: 40-90° F. Coverage: 150-500 sq. ft. per gallon per application depending upon the type of surface. Cleanup: Mineral Spirits. Shelf Life: 5 years. Made in the USA.

Autumn Gold Espresso Monterey Red Natural Cedar Pine Sansin SDF 1 gal. 5 gal. Mixed to Order Colors $76.63 $352.49 Nonreturnable Ask Us About Flex Tint jobsite stain tinting system for Capture & Transformation Log & Timber! Other custom order colors available - ask for a color card.

Sansin Wood Sealer This exterior water-borne penetrating sealer aggres- sively repels water while allowing wood to breathe. Over time, the coated exterior wood will grey natu- rally to a driftwood tone from sun exposure - while retaining its water-repellency. Ideal for log homes, decks, fences, wood shingles, yard furniture, and wood siding. Application Temp: 50-75˚ F. Coverage: 100-200 sq. ft. per gallon. Full saturation should be achieved by flood application. Cleanup: Soap & water. Do Not Freeze. Made in Canada. 1 gal. 5 gal. Transformation L&T 1 gal. 5 gal. $50.06 $230.26 MSRP $104.99 MSRP $475.99 All Colors $94.49 $428.39 Gary Gray Wood Sealer We’ve worked with Sansin to provide this SALE! Transformation Siding & Trim specially pigmented version of Wood Sealer to Based on a stain formula that was originally created for provide an immediate gray, weathered wood the extreme conditions that logs undergo, Transforma- appearance in a one flood coat application! tion Siding & Trim by Sashco is no stranger to high 1 gal. 5 gal. performance. It moves and flexes with the wood to maintain a protective coat that remains beautiful over $53.06 $233.26 time. And better yet, It won’t peel off your home when applied correctly and maintained every 3-4 years. It will evenly wear down over time to allow for easy maintenance. Do a quick power wash Color swatches are approximated, followed by another coat of stain and you’re done! Application Temp: to ensure color -Just ask For a sample! 40-90° F. Coverage: 150-350 sq. ft. per gal. Cleanup: Soap & water. Shelf Life: 3 years. Replaces Sashco High Sierra. Made in the USA. Symphony Interior Clear Wood Finish Designed for the interior wood of your home. Use on SALE! cabinets, paneling, wood trim, and over many stains to add depth and richness to the color. The elastic yet scuff-resistant formula means hassle-free cleaning. Sym- phony is a clear, fast-drying, non-yellowing, water-based polyurethane. Not recommended for floors. Satin or Gloss. Application Temp: 50-90° F. Coverage: 200-500 sq. ft. per gallon. Cleanup: Soap & water - paint thinner for dried mate- rial. Shelf Life: 3 years. Made in the USA. No Peel Formula · Shows the Wood Grain · Matte Finish · 2 Coat Application Symphony 1 gal. 5 gal. Transformation S&T 1 gal. 5 gal. MSRP $68.99 MSRP $309.99 MSRP $59.99 MSRP $269.99 Satin or Gloss All Colors $62.09 $278.99 $53.99 $242.99

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Ask Us about Weatherall UV Guard! WR-5 10% Off The Month of April! SALE! A good choice for those looking for a semi-transparent WeatherSeal was introduced in 1993 and is the finish that is comparable to what many call the “Old For- only exterior alkyd resin/oil-based wood stain that has a estry Mixture”. Good for high-humidity areas and holds thick, creamy, no mess consistency. Simple and easy to up well on fences, decks, railings, shakes, shingles, and use and maintain, there is no need for buying and apply- outdoor furniture. Application Temp: 50-80° F. Do Not ing two separate base coat/clear coat products because Freeze. Coverage: 200-400 sq. ft. per gal. Cleanup: Mineral ALL the protection needed is in one unique formula. Its spirits or paint thinner. Made in the USA. highly durable oil-based resins, water-proofers, and special Prohibited in: AZ (Maricopa County), Canada, CA, CT, DC, DE, IL, IN, MA, ME, MD, NJ, NH, NY, OH, PA, performance boosters really hold up to the elements. For log homes, wood RI, VT, and the North East corner of Virginia: Counties: Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William, Spotsyl- fences, wood and shake siding, pressure-treated wood, and most above- vania, and StaffordCities: Alexandria, Fairfax, Falls Church, Fredericksburg city, Manassas & Manassas Park. ground wood surfaces where a longer-lasting natural wood look is desired. For decks, apply 1-2 coats (use 2 coats for new, uncoated decks). A paddle mixer (page 35) is recommended to completely stir before applying. Aspen Cedar Chestnut Forest Green Golden Oak Honey Application Temp: 50-95° F. Coverage: 275-325 sq. ft. per gal. Cleanup: Aspen Cedar Chestnut Forest Green Golden Oak Honey Mineral spirits. Storage: Though it can ship in subzero temperatures, it is not designed to be stored for days frozen. Made in the USA.

Ivory Nantucket Gray Natural Clear Redwood Saddle Brown Walnut Brown Ivory Nantucket Gray Natural Clear Redwood Saddle Brown Walnut Brown WR-5 1 gal. 5 gal. Clear $66.25 $315.00 Colors $68.75 $325.00

SALE! X-100 Wood Protective Coating An EPA VOC compliant wood finish consisting of essen- tial wood protecting ingredients blended in a paraffinic oil which is non-sensitive to ultraviolet rays. Designed to penetrate wood. When using prior to caulking, use a 1-part urethane caulk to adhere to the oils; see Manus- Bond on page 31. Application: Apply above 50° F. with brush, roller, or spray. If spraying, use a brass tip. Apply as much as the wood will absorb; do not oversaturate. Back brush to ensure proper surface penetration. Coverage: 100-200 sq. ft. per gal., depending on porosity of surface. WeatherSeal 1 gal. 5 gal. Cleanup: Mineral spirits or dish detergent & water. Made in the USA. All Colors $56.67 $258.53 X-100 WPC 1 gal. 5 gal. Buckskin, Driftwood, Kodiac Brown, and Pine Cone are Discontinued. Clear $64.63 $61.40 $319.24 $303.28 Colors $66.10 $62.80 $326.60 $310.27 Color swatches are approximated, to ensure color -Just ask For a sample!

Woodguard is an oil-based, penetrating, semi-

transparent wood preservative that is also an excellent Cabin Brown Cedar Tone Cedar Tone Dark Taupe Golden Honey Redwood Warm Redwood water repellent. Suited for log homes, rough-sawn Brown Gold siding, fences, and wood roofs. Uses Copper 8 Quinolinolate (a preservative approved for use on food SALE! X-100 Deck Stain protects new, faded, dense, containers). Application Temp: 50-95° F. and seasoned pressure-treated, cedar, redwood and other Coverage: 75-200 sq. ft. per gal. Apply 1st coat to the point of hardwood decking lumber. It enables the natural wood refusal. 2nd coat: Apply within 12-18 months. Subsequent coats grain to show through. In the case of an old deck (more should be applied according to treatment schedule or as needed. than 3 years old), the wood grain has had an opportunity Cleanup: Soap and water or mineral spirits. Made in the USA. to be exposed to general weathering conditions that natu- WARNING: Cancer – www.P65Warnings.ca.gov rally open its pores. X-100 Deck Stain has been recommended for use on such surfaces, as the first and only step (resealing every 2-4 years as neces- sary). Application Temp: Apply above 50° F. Coverage: 200-400 sq. ft. per Cleanup: oney Tany Cypress Warm ean gal. Mineral spirits or dish detergent & water. Made in the USA. Additional 10% Off The Month of April! Woodguard 1 gal. 5 gal. Ask us about Penetrol X-100 Deck Stain 1 gal. 5 gal. Clear $56.60 $280.11 for mixing with Bug Juice (page 9). Clear $47.68 $45.30 $223.30 $212.13 Colors $66.22 $316.36 Colors $50.43 $47.19 $248.88 $236.44

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BOR8RODS® Applications Size Osborn Buffing Brushes Windows, Door Frames, & Millwork 1/4" x 1/2" 80-grit brushes with 11/2" bristles used with (was Impel Fascia Boards, Eaves, & Lumber 1/3" x 1" either an angle grinder or car buffer (with a 5/8" Rods) are Fence Posts & Timbers 1/2" x 2" arbor) to clean and polish logs. The nylon bristles an effective Logs and Wooden Poles 3/4" x 3" are heavily impregnated with abrasives, which aid preservative Rod Size Box of 12 Box of 24 Box of 100 in the removal of rough bruises, pitch, and wood system for 1/4" x 1/2" NA $27.84 $76.50 pulp. The brushes also work well on fuzzy or rough logs caused by power the preven- 1/3" x 1" NA $48.56 $95.31 washing. You can use the 4" and 6" brushes on 7" to 9" angle grinders. tion and 1/3" x 25/8" NA $46.41 $127.93 If you use a 6" brush on a 4" grinder, expect to see the bearings go out control of fungal decay (rot) of the grinder. Take care not to burn the logs when using the 4" brush. 1/2" x 2" $32.77 NA $156.93 and many destructive insects in Brushes will last longer if a car buffer is used due to the slower rotational wood structures. When wood 1/2" x 4" $54.60 NA $268.36 speed of the buffer. Though these brushes are rated up to 6,000 rpm, we moisture content reach levels 3/4" x 3" $54.60 NA $277.64 suggest an operating speed of around 1,800 rpm. The slower speed will suitable for decay (i.e. around Wood Plugs, treated and tapered on one end. greatly prolong the life of the brush and also minimize the possibility of 25%), BOR8RODS® slowly For 1/2" rods $ .26 each For 3/4" rods $ .32 each burning the logs. Not intended for heavy sanding. Not designed for use dissolve and begin to diffuse on metal. 4" C190-39400 $77.99 6" C190-39410 $112.19 throughout the wood. Under Recommended Applications Rates 25%, the preservative becomes Round Logs, Posts, and Poles dormant. For restoration appli- Logs Rod Size Spacing Rods per Hole Buffy Pad System - 3 Separate Elements: cations, install with an angled 4" 1/2" x 2" 14" 1 1. The Backer Pad is the blue and white pad that screws onto the 5/8" X 11" 6" 1/2" x 2" 12" 2 grinder/polisher arbor and holds the Grabber Pad. The rubber, tapered face linear or staggered drill pattern. 6" 3/4" x 3" 15" 1 allows the system to easily follow the contours of irregular wood surfaces. Wooden plugs available. Made 8" 3/4" x 3" 12" 1 in the USA. Prohibited in 10" 3/4" x 3" 7" 1 Canada. 12" 3/4" x 3" 10" 2 2. The Grabber Pad protects the much more expensive Backer Pad from damage. 14" 3/4" x 3" 7" 2 Grabber Pads are used up at the rate of about 1 per every 10-20 Buffy Pads. 16" 3/4" x 3" 9" 3 3. The Buffy Pad is pressed and twisted into the Grabber Pad (and then pressed into it again and reverse twisted, for solid holding power). Decay-protection rods for restoration of logs and tim- bers. See page 23 for preventative application and more The 5" diameter Buffy Pads are excellent for info. For restoration applications, install with an angled de-felting and removing loosely-held, weath- linear or staggered drill pattern. Made in Canada. ered coatings, as well as bare, weathered Cannot be sold or shipped to Canada or Hawaii. wood. They are more gentle than Osborn™ Brushes; they better preserve fine log details Treatment of Horizontal Timbers with Existing Decay like draw-knife ridges and are particularly Logs 2" Rods Spacing 3" Rods Spacing 4" Rods Spacing effective on interior and exterior surfaces. If 6" 2 9" 1 14" 1 10" used for an entire log home, it can take 100 to 200 Pads per average-sized home. Buffies work best to reduce cob- 8" 2 5" 1 14" 1 5" blasting texture – without removing all of the valuable stain-holding 10" 3 5" 1 9" 2 7" roughness. They leave little or no swirls in the wood and work faster 12" 5 6" 1 6" 2 5" than random orbital sanders. Great on most hand-rail spindles and on most flat surfaces (as well as round)! The only drawback is that they 14" 6 5" 2 9" 3 5" do not impart significant texture to the wood all by themselves. Buffy 16" 7 4" 2 7" 4 5" Pads should NOT be run at speeds higher than 4,000 rpm! Be sure to Size 10,12, or 25 pack 50 box 100 box wear proper eye, respiratory, and hand protection. Made in the USA. 1. Backer Pad (1 each) C190-39030 $58.11 1/2” x 2” $25.91 (10 pack) $87.27 $156.36 2. Grabber Pads (10 per bag) C190-39020 $36.33 1/2” x 4” NA $120.45 $236.36 3. Buffy Pads (30 per bag) C190-39010 $85.32 3/4” x 3” $41.82 (12 pack) NA $300.00 Plugs 10 or 12 pack 50 box 100 box Oakum Fits 2" & 4" Included with 2" 10 pack $16.36 $30.00 or “jute” has been used in log build- ings for more than a hundred years and works Fits 3" Included with 3" 12 pack NA $54.55 well as a filler because it is pliable, a good insula- tor, resists decay, and repels insects and rodents. Angled Drill Pattern Near Log Ends: When using Oakum with caulking or chinking, apply a bond breaker - see Insert rods in upper or lower side of logs. Staggered drill pattern Backer Rod & Chinking Part 1 & 2 starting on page 28. Made in the USA. shown on top log. Inserting on lower side of log will make rods less Cannot be sold or shipped to Canada. noticeable. Cover drill holes with caulk or chinking to hide them. Super Golden Oakum 5 lb. box (12 ropes 27" long by 1" diameter). Oiled. H147-10205 $29.40 Oakum #50 (50 lb. spool) Oakum #60 (50 lb. dry twisted bale) Oiled. H147-10250 $266.70 Unoiled. H147-10260 $283.33

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The Problem With Painted Logs For filling gaps in rotted logs, mix An exterior and interior Tip: two-part liquid epoxy This LiquidWood and WoodEpox together to that penetrates deterio- house was form a “soupy” consistency for the first rated wood and hardens after penetration. Perma- originally coat inside the cavity. This thin coat will nently reinforces deteriorated wood and restores coated with absorb and conform to the cavity surface structural strength. Can be sanded, drilled, painted, a regular better than just the WoodEpox. While the and planed. It is also a primer for WoodEpox. house paint first coat is still tacky, apply the WoodEpox Note: LiquidWood is neither designed, nor intended instead of at full strength for proper adhesion. for use as a log home finish.Made in the USA. a log home 12 oz. (A & B; 6 oz.. each) PR011-LW12OZR $21.90 finish. You 2-Pint (A & B; 1 pt. each) PR011-LW2PKR $40.67 can see E-Wood Epoxy Wood Putty 2-Quart (A & B; 1 qt. each) PR011-LW2QKR $73.01 where the For filling voids in decayed wood. 2-Gallon (A & B; 1 gal. each) PR011-LW2GKR $188.06 logs have E-Wood forms a permanent bond to cracked or 10-gallon (A & B; 5-gal. each) “checked” most rigid surfaces. Porous surfaces PR011-LW10GKR $786.75 should first be coated with M-Balm. leaving open Use E-Wood to replace missing Abosolv Reducing Agent for LiquidWood. (Use cracks in sections of windowsills, frames, Only LiquidWood for thinning WoodEpox.) the paint for rain water to penetrate into the furniture, or any wood structure including logs. 1 pt. PR011-ASP $11.25 wood, causing further rot. Use it to add new sections to already completed 1 qt. PR011-ASQ $15.95 structures. Wood tone color. Made in the USA. The density of a paint coating becomes a plas- 32 oz. Kit PR157-E-WOOD32O $46.50 16 oz. Plastic Bottle H034-41120 $4.36 tic film that traps in moisture, causing blisters, 2 gal. PR157-E-WOOD2GA $222.06 32 oz. Plastic Bottle H034-41123 $5.77 and flaking paint. In the winter, when the Dispensing Pump (Set of 2) PR011-ZPUMP2R $10.75 logs freeze, the trapped moisture expands by M-Balm Liquid Wood Epoxy becoming ice particles. This causes more sub- A two-component liquid wood epoxy Wood Restoration Kit surface damage, making tiny cracks larger and that penetrates deeply into porous, Contains LiquidWood A & B and WoodEpox allowing more space for water to penetrate far- deteriorated, dried-out or spongy A & B to make 24 oz. or 4 quarts total, ther into the log, causing even more damage. wood, curing and hardening into applicator bottle, disposable gloves, putty knife, In the photograph above, the dark area behind the pipe is totally rotted with none of the a strong, water-resistant mass that instructions, and tips. Made in the USA. includes both the original wood 24 oz. Kit PR011-WRK6OR $39.94 paint left. For maintenance and restoration The Log Home fibers and the epoxy mixture. M-Balm cannot 4-Quart Kit PR011-WRK4QTR $127.30 tips and guidance check out be diluted. Each component (Part A & B) is for- Maintenance Guide found on page 10. mulated to chemically react based on the defined A two-part epoxy wood mix ratios that are found on the label. M-Balm replacement compound. and E-wood should not be blended together. Replaces the rotted or Doing this will impact the designed performance missing sections of wood. Fills cracks and voids. Fiberglass Reinforcing Rods of the end product. Made in the USA. Bonds permanently with strength. Ideal for These fiberglass rods are effective in log restora- 24 oz. Kit PR157-M-BALM24 $48.07 exterior and interior wood. Virtually shrink- tion projects by adding structural stability to log 1.5 gal. PR157-M-BALM1.5 $199.86 free. Can be painted, sanded, planed, nailed, ends, rafter tails, and posts. Made in the USA. and drilled. Use of dry pigments optional, but Subject to oversize shipping charges Tip: M-Balm does NOT have to be cured should be considered. Made in the USA. based on size, weight, and quantity. 12 oz. (A & B; 6 oz. each) PR011-WE120ZR $21.90 before applying E-Wood. Epoxies do not 1/2" x 4' PR011-ZROD.5 $11.34 each “dry” in the sense that they must be in 2-Pint (A & B; 1 pt. each) PR011-WE2PKR $40.67 2-Quart (A & B; 1 qt. each) PR011-WE2QKR $68.50 3/4" x 4' PR011-ZROD $17.67 each contact with air. They rely on chemical 2-Gallon (A & B; 1 gal. each) PR011-WE2GKR $176.30 reactions to harden and cure so M-Balm will harden just as rapidly under E-Wood 10 gallon (A & B; 5 gal. each) as it will if left exposed. In fact, applying PR011-WE10GKR $698.75 E-Wood before the M-Balm cures results in an even stronger bond to the wood. Dry Pigments in Brown and Yellow Gold (Less pigment is needed if mixed separately for Fiberglass rods shown in place to a 1/4" shell-type covering.) Tips: Black 1/2 lb. PR001-Z2727 $111.20 attach a log crown. Use Liquid-Wood or M-Balm to coat the rods and wood faces for adhesion. E-Wood & M-Balm Dark Brown 1 oz. PR011-Z00730 $6.95 A few well placed OlyLog screws can help hold 10 oz. EpoxY KIT Dark Brown 1/2 lb. PR011-Z00735 $55.60 the crown in place as the epoxy cures, while A perfect size for doing small Gold/Yellow 1 oz. PR011-Z03836 $6.95 Gold/Yellow 1/2 lb. PR011-Z03835 $55.60 providing additional strength. Example taken repairs around your log home. from the Log Home Maintenance Guide page 10. Made in the USA. PR157-EPKIT-10O $36.05 Ask Us About AboCrete For Concrete Repair! 1-800-359-6614

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Tips For Rotted Logs Smart Strip An environmentally safe, 100% biode- PipeKnife Professional Sealant Cutout Tool gradable, user-friendly paint remover An extra-long utility knife made of heavy cast specially formulated to remove aluminum that uses standard utility blades. multiple layers of paint from wood, brick, stone, Great for removing old caulk & chinking. cement, plaster, marble, metal, and fiberglass Blades not included. Made in the USA. surfaces. Requires no special ventilating and does 14" T172-PIPEK-REG $19.31 not contain methylene chloride. Smart Strip 18" XL T172-PK-XL $28.12 will not darken nor discolor the wood. Odor free. Not for removing lead-based paint or paint that was applied before 1972. This is a one-time Finish Removers application where many other strippers require reapplication several times over. Coverage: 45-50 SALE! Log-Gevity™ sq. ft. per gal. Made in the USA. Bio-Strip Gel Smart Strip 1 gal. P049-3301 $56.44 Smart Strip Log & Timber 5 gal. P049-3905 $245.10 Environmentally-friendly, mul- Ask Us About Dumond® Laminated Paper to Aid tipurpose stripper, cleaner, and in the Effectiveness of Smart Strip! refinisher, designed for exterior use. Biodegradable and does not require neutralizing. It is non-caustic and also S-100 Finish Remover For restoring log ends like the ones pictured and An enviro-friendly water-based solvent maintaining the natural gray patina of the logs. performs as a tough task cleanser. Does not contain methylene chloride. Easy to apply that removes many oil and water-borne finishes. Works well on penetrating 1. Use a borate product like Tim-bor to saturate through standard, air-less, paint spraying Coverage: oil based finishes like Woodguard and the logs and keep them from rotting any further. equipment. Water rinsible. 50-100 sq. ft. per gallon. Made in the USA. X-100. A ready-to-use gel, is easily applied with a 2. Next, seal cracks with LiquidWood and create short bristled brush, paint roller, or airless sprayer. an undercoating for WoodEpox to adhere to. 1 gal. R012-LGBSB $68.67 $65.24 5 gal. R012-LGBSC $337.79 $326.88 Unlike sodium or potassium hydroxide strippers, 3. Then, use new lumber or a piece of straight it will not darken or discolor the wood, corrode grained salvaged or similar material to cut a or discolor metal surfaces, or harm chinking or “plug” to fill the cavity. Log-Gevity™ sealants. Although effective for removing most 4. Saturate the plug with Tim-bor. Citrus Log Stripper GEL finishes, some high performance coatings like Sik- 5. After the Tim-bor has dried, coat the plug with Contains no methylene chloride kens/ProLuxe require Smart Strip. Made in the LiquidWood, insert the plug and use WoodEpox and no neutralizing is needed. The USA. Coverage: 50-100 sq. ft. per gal. to finish filling in around the plug and the cavity ph balance is non-damaging to 5 gal. R157-S-100 $211.09 wall. (You can use LiquidWood and sawdust to logs, future finishes, wood, masonry, plastered create a putty or a paste to fill in the cavity as well.) walls, and metals. Removes multiple layers 6. You can use a charcoal colored masonry pig- of finish, varnish, stains, latex, and oil paint. Acorn Forged ment (available from masonry stores). Just add Recommended for log exteriors and interiors. It Iron Hardware enough of the pigment to color the WoodEpox can also be used on fine furniture and cabinets. Hardware included. Made in the USA. gray like the rest of the building. Just knead it in Remains moist and active longer, penetrat- Nonreturnable. with the WoodEpox. Remember, you only have ing more layers in one application. Note: May to color the last 1/2" of the end of the log. damage or soften asphalt, plastic, rubber, tile, Acorn Entrance 7. Use an end grain sealer like Sealtight 60 to linoleum, anodized aluminum, and adjacent Door LockSet seal the ends of the wood. painted surfaces. Coverage: 75-125 sq. ft. per Rough, Double Handle gallon. Made in the USA. Mortise Lock Set with To add strength and stability to these log ends 1 gal. R012-LGSGB $68.05 Schlage cylinder lock. Solid without replacing them with new crowns: Drill 5 gal. R012-LGSGC $324.37 brass with 2 keys. Handle is 1' from the log end back horizontally into the 11" x 25/8"projects 23/8". more stable wood and use 1' lengths of Fiberglass H015-RT4BI $699.00/set Reinforcing Rods to act as an internal strength Did You Know? pin. Use the LiquidWood as a glue around the Chemical strippers (except Log-Gevity rod. You should use at least three rods per log. Citrus Log Stripper) are temperature- dependent and work best around 72°. To hide the end of the rods, you can cut Cooler temperatures slow them down, Acorn Strap Hinges a wooden end plug coated with LifeTime while hotter temperatures dry them out. (LifeTime will turn the new wood gray to match H015-RI5BP Extreme Length 9" $21.00/ea. the rest of the building). Tips: Use a roller instead of a brush H015-RI6BP Extreme Length 13" $23.00/ea.

to apply strippers. Water-based strip- H015-RI7BP Extreme Length 17" $39.50/ea. Note: You can also spray the building with pers can be reactivated by lightly mist- LifeTime to keep it gray (don’t use LifeTime with ing with water. H015-RI8BP Extreme Length 20½" $43.50/ea. borate products as they can turn the wood black). You can also use finishes like Sansin Wood Sealer See More Log Home Decor online and WR-5 Clear as a water protection. www.loghelp.com Order Online! 49 Decorative Hardware

Model 450 Gas Lamp rivals a 100-watt bulb in brightness and can run on the same low pressure gas line as your appliances, making it a safe and energy-efficient choice. Perfect for remote locations. Stainless steel construction is built to last and needs little to no maintenance. Each lamp is tested before shipment from the manufacturer. Following items included: Mounting Flange, Reflector, Globe Holder, Frosted Globe, and Mantle. Certified for indoor use. Made in the USA. F113-LAMP $146.95 Replacement Mantles 12 pack F113-MANTLES $12.48

Alaska Forge Bear & Wolf Track Cabinet Pulls Sedona Post Cap Custom A handsome yet economical 41/4" x 1"; horizontal or vertical.Made in the USA. ORDER Bear Horizontal H320-CP05HORIZ $8.50 each solution for preserving your Bear Vertical H320-CP05VERT $8.50 each Made in the USA! - Copper Hardware deck posts. Machine formed Wolf Horizontal H320-CP04HORIZ $8.50 each Is Custom Order: Approx. 2-4 Week of heavy gauge copper 1" tall. Wolf Vertical H320-CP04VERT $8.50 each Delivery - Custom Sizes Available! Three copper tacks included. The Sedona Alaska Forge Moose Post Dia. Price Post Dia. Price Post Dia. Price Cabinet & Door Pulls Jack-Wraps® 3" $11.05 71/4" $35.49 111" $67.70 Hand forged cabinet pull 6" An attractive transition at 31/4" $12.16 71" $37.71 113/4 $69.93 tall & 21/2" wide. Extends the base of your support 31" $13.27 73/4" $38.82 12" $72.14 out 1¾". Door pull is 11" tall posts for concealing set- 33/4" $14.39 8" $41.05 121/4" $74.37 4" $16.60 81/4" $42.16 121" $76.60 & 3" wide made from 3/8" steel. tling jacks. The copper is of 41/4" $17.72 81" $43.27 123/4 $78.82 Handle grip extends 21/2". Mounting a heavy gauge and is tempered to resist normal 41" $18.83 83/4" $44.37 13" $81.03 screws included. wear and tear being at the kick level. 43/4 $19.94 9" $46.60 131/4" $82.14 Cabinet Pull H320-CP09W $23.64 each  Screws included; assembles in minutes. 5" $21.05 91/4" $47.71 131" $84.37 Door Pull H320-DP03W $24.54 each  Easy access for screw jack adjustments. 51/4" $22.17 91" $48.82 133/4 $85.48 51" $23.27 93/4 $49.93 14" $88.81  Alaska Forge Coat Hooks: Suited for indoor and outdoor use. 53/4" $24.38 10" $52.15 141/4" $91.03  Larger custom sizes available, call for quotes. 6" $27.72 101/4" $54.37 141" $94.36 61/4" $29.93 101" $57.70 143/4" $96.58 All Copper Comes Natural and Will 61" $31.04 103/4 $60.52 15" $100.01 Develop a Patina Over Time. 63/4" $32.16 11" $62.46 7" $34.38 111/4" $65.48 Jack Wraps Height Diameter Price Twist Narrow End or Wide End $7.67 each To Measure Post Caps: 8" to 93⁄4" $23.95 Take the widest diameter across the top of your Leaf Narrow End Left, Straight, or Right $7.67 each deck post. Cap styles are made in 1/4" increments. Double Leaf Left, Straight, or Right $8.50 each 10" to 113⁄4" $26.95 4" It’s up to you if you want them to drop over the See More Alaska Forge Hardware 12" to 133⁄4" $29.95 posts or simply chisel some material away for a snugger fit. Install with caulking, pages 31-32. Online: www.loghelp.com 14" to 153⁄4" $32.95 8" to 93⁄4" $34.95 Post Caps Are Made To Size On The 1/4" Larger Sizes Available, Call For Quote! 10" to 113⁄4" $39.95 6" 12" to 133⁄4" $44.95 14" to 153⁄4" $49.95 Tiara Post Cap 8" to 93⁄4" $49.95 A handmade, custom con- Heart Narrow End or Wide End $8.50 each 10" to 113⁄4" $54.95 structed cap. 2" tall. Copper Bear Track or Wolf Track $8.50 each 8" tacks not included. Horse Head Right or Left $10.91 each 12" to 133⁄4" $59.95 14" to 153⁄4" $64.95 The Tiara Post Dia. Price Post Dia. Price Post Dia. Price Alaska Forge Holders: 4" $29.16 73/4" $50.53 111" $95.81 Bath Tissue Leaf or Heart; L or R (right shown). 6" H 41/4" $30.32 8" $51.73 113/4" $98.27 x 6" W and extends from the wall 31" $13.64 To Measure: 41" $31.49 81/4" $55.34 12" $104.41 Paper Towel Leaf or Heart; L or R. 6" H x 6" W 43/4" $32.66 81" $57.76 121/4" $108.10 and extends from the wall 31" $16.36 The height of the cop- 5" $33.83 83/4" $62.57 121" $111.73 Towel Bar 16" Leaf or Heart $20.45 per needs to overlap 51/4" $35.00 9" $64.98 123/4" $113.02 Towel Bar 24" Leaf or Heart $23.18 the log post by 2". 51" $36.17 91/4" $68.60 13" $115.47 (Measure the diameter 53/4" $37.33 91" $71.00 131/4" $117.94 and round up to the 6" $40.84 93/4" $74.61 131" $119.17 nearest 1/4".) Be sure to measure every 61/4" $42.01 10" $78.23 133/4" $120.40 log to get the proper fit. Each Jack-Wrap is 61" $43.17 101/4" $83.04 14" $122.86 custom made to ensure a tailored fit. 63/4" $44.35 101" $87.87 141/4" $132.68 Alaska Forge Napkin Rings: 7" $45.52 103/4" $89.07 141" $142.51 Leaf Style $8.50 each 71/4" $46.68 11" $93.36 143/4" $152.35 71" $47.88 111/4" $94.59 15" $159.73 50 To order call toll free: 1-800-359-6614 Decorative Hardware

Emtek Hardware Dedicated to the proud tradition of American decorative hardware, Emtek has been supplying distinctive door locks for over 30 years. Made in the USA. Normandy Lever Flat Black Jamestown FUNCTIONS Emtek locks are available in Lafayette Lever San Carlos Lever Savannah Knob Knob all the functions required in a house. These Satin Steel Flat Black Flat Black Satin Steel include Passage, Privacy, Dummy, deadbolts, Description Function Code Rosette Style Handle Style Finish Code Price keyed sideplate locks, Single-Keyed and Jamestown (JT) Double-Keyed. Key-in-Lever and Knob locks Passage Set 710 Savannah (SV) are available with one function only, with a Privacy Set 720 1, 2, 3 Lafayette (L) $122.00 keyed cylinder on the outside and a turn- Patio Set 715 Normandy (N) piece release on the inside. Dummy Pair 705 Flat Black (FB) San Carlos (SC) Satin Steel (SS) Passage Single Cylinder Deadbolt 845 2 $81.00 Not Applicable Used for doors where no locking is required. Double Cylinder Deadbolt 8350 2 $87.00

Privacy Usually used on bathroom doors and any other Deadbolts KA4, Box Pack, door that needs to be locked from the inside. Emtek Hardware Is Special Order: Schlage Keyway 2 Week Delivery - Nonreturnable Dummy Rosette styles 1, 2, & 3 Used on fixed (non-operating) doors and sometimes on closet doors. Sold as a pair. Before Ordering Emtek Lock Systems: Single Cylinder - The most popular configu- 1. Is the lockset for a pre-drilled ration for deadbolt locks, a keyed cylinder is door? (Does it have a hole drilled Winchester Knob Durango Lever Egg Knob provided for the outside and a turn-piece is for the door knob and dead bolt?) located on the inside. The lock may be locked Flat Black Medium Bronze Tumbled White Bronze or unlocked with a key from the outside. The 2. If the door is pre-drilled, what Function Code Finish Handle Style Price turn-piece allows locking or unlocking with- is the dimension from the center Passage Set 7106 Flat Black (FB) Egg out a key from the inside. of the door knob hole to the Privacy Set 7206 Med. Bronze (MB) Durango (D) $176.00 center of the dead bolt hole? (It Dummy Pair 7056 Tumbled White Bronze (TWB) Winchester (WC) Double Cylinder - Used in situations where should either be 35/8" or 51/2"). free egress from the inside is not needed or desired. Keyed cylinders are provided for both 3. What is the door backset outside and inside. Locking and unlocking dimension? (Measure from door can be accomplished only with a key. edge to center of door knob hole).

HANDING - Locks with lever handles are 4. What is the thickness of the Whether you’re remodeling an older handed; locks with knob handles are not door? (Measure edge to edge). home, adding on, building a new one, or just handed. Lever locks are handed because they “fixing-up”, you will be proud to own Reggio Register have a high quality, “European” style mecha- 5. On each door, do you want grilles and registers. Note: Grilles are only a coverplate; nism that provides a firm feeling, spring sup- left or right handed handles: registers are the combination of the grille and the louvers to regu- ported rotation downward and a solid stop at late the amount of air or heat passing through it. Louvers are sold the top of the movement. Since the levers do separately. Request either “H” or “NH” with the item number for not rotate upward, they must be assembled Outside Holes or No Holes in the corners of the Grilles. Made in the USA. with prior knowledge of which will be on the Hinge is on the left. 400 Series Grilles for 2" Openings, Cast Iron outside and which on the inside. Door is Left Hand (LH) 412 10" x 21/4" Inside; 12" x 3½" Outside $28.95/ea. Determine the handing of your door by 414 12" x 21/4" Inside; 14" x 3½" Outside $31.95/ea. standing on the outside of the door. If the Outside hinge is on the right, it’s a right handed door, 416 14" x 21/4" Inside; 16" x 3½" Outside $33.95/ea. Hinge is on the right. and a right handed lock. If the hinge is on the Door is Right Hand (RH) 600 Series Grilles for 4" Openings, Cast Iron left you need a left handed lock. 6. When you know the answers 610 8" x 4" Inside; 10" x 5½" Outside $32.50/ea. Backset - In the U.S. there are two common to the questions above and are 612 10" x 4" Inside; 12" x 5½" Outside $35.95/ea. 3 3 ready to place your order, call us at backsets for residential locks, 2 /8" and 2 /4". 614 12" x 4" Inside; 14" x 5½" Outside $36.95/ea. The backset is the distance from the edge of 1-800-359-6614. the door to the center of the 21/8" bore hole. 616 14" x 4" Inside; 16" x 5½" Outside $41.95/ea. All Emtek products are special Locks are packed with a 23/8" or 23/4" latch order, 2 weeks for delivery, and 800 Series Grilles for 6" Openings, Cast Iron depending on which backset you specify. nonreturnable. Dummy sets have no latch and are surface- 814 12" x 6" Inside; 14" x 8" Outside $54.95/ea. mounted so you can install them wherever 816 14" x 6" Inside; 16" x 8" Outside $59.95/ea. you choose on the door.

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Helle ADD-2™ Fossekallen Mildewcide Additive Traditional Field Knife well shaped prevents mold and mildew in moisture- for all around hunting and outdoor prone areas. Simply mix this easy-to-blend use and suitable for carving and formula into paint, stain or wallpaper skinning. The triple laminated adhesive to infuse that coating with long- stainless steel blade is unique - term mold/mildew protection. 10 gram Helle adds two layers of tough packet mixes with one gallon of paint/stain. stainless steel (18/8) to protect Do Not Use For Any Application Involving Direct or Indirect the blade against breakage and Food or Drinking Water Contact. Made in the USA. corrosion, while the high carbon • Proven, long-term mould and mildew protection core still provides a superb cutting • Blends easily into all interior or exterior, latex or oil-based paints, edge. Comes with a custom full stains and wallpaper adhesives grain leather sheath and a handmade handle of solid Curly Birch. Each • EPA registered fungicide to prevent mold & mildew on coating film one is hand crafted and there will be some variaiton in handle and blade • Will not affect color or performance of paints, stains or wallpaper adhesives lengths. Blade thickness 2.6 mm. Weight: 6.5 oz total; 4.5 oz knife only. 10 Gram Packet H164-Z160515 $3.99 Made in Norway. T089-FOSSEKALLEN $124.00 $109.00 Gränsfors Outdoor Axe Developed with the help of survival expert Lars Fält and is ideal for those who want to use an axe in different ways when out and about in the When used countryside. Although it is light, it can be used to fell a tree, under any Sashco thanks to its relatively long handle and heavy, elongated head. stain, Colorfast™ The axe is also excellent for limbing a tree. The handle has a provides the protective steel collar near the head so that the axe can be used ideal canvas for stain application and leaves behind the strong for light wood splitting tasks. It can also be used as a large knife. foundation necessary for long-lasting color. Keeps the color the The Gränsfors Bruks Outdoor Axe is 14.5" long, weights 1 lb., color, reduces blotchiness, and prevents picture-frame effect on and includes a leather sheath. For a replacement sheath, use the interior wood, it’s color confidence for your log home. Goes on Hults Bruk Almike/Jonaker sheath (page 13). Made in Sweden. milky white. Dries clear. Made in the USA. Do Not Freeze. Application Temp: 40°-90°F. Coverage (sq. ft. per gal.): 150-300. Lars Fält, who worked with Gränsfors Bruk to design the Cleanup: While still wet, clean tools and equipment with mineral Gränsfors Outdoor Axe, established the Swedish Armed Forces spirits or a citrus-based cleaner. If it has dried, mineral spirits will Survival School and has trained the Swedish Army Ranger Battalion for be required. Storage: Store at room temperature. 35 years at the Ranger School and Parachute Ranger School. He has also 1-gal P190-61004-1GAL $59.99 written 10 books on survival and outdoor pursuits. T074-480425 $183.00 5-gal P190-61005-5GAL $249.99 See More Swedish Axes on page 12!

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